(Hybrid) Senior AP Analyst

Fidelity Life; Des Plaines (IL); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidelity Life seeks a Senior AP Analyst to manage and reconcile accounts payable processes. You will serve as the main point of contact for inquiries, perform reconciliations with bank statements, and prepare journal entries. This hybrid role requires strong organizational skills and a detail-oriented approach, with a Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of experience in accounts payable necessary.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Annual bonus program

Paid time off (PTO) and sick time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business-related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable roles.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the main point of contact for inquiries and issues related to accounts payable.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts payable transactions with bank statements.
• Prepare and post journal entries to reflect transactions in the general ledger.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or business-related field

Tools

SAP Concur

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• Serves as the main point of contact for inquiries and issues related to the accounts payable mailboxes, responding promptly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts payable transactions with bank statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries as necessary to accurately reflect transactions in the general ledger.
• Oversee the processing and reconciliation of municipal payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations related to accounts payable activities, ensuring accurate recording and classification of financial transactions.
• Manage travel and entertainment expenses using SAP Concur, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely processing of reimbursements.
• Prepare and analyze variance reports to identify discrepancies or trends in accounts payable data, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor and manage aging of payables, proactively addressing outstanding invoices and coordinating with vendors and invoice owners to resolve payment issues.
• Facilitate the allocation of corporate credit card expenses monthly, ensuring strict adherence to company policy and compliance standards.
• Coordinate ACH payments, wire submissions, and mailing of vendor checks. Investigate positive pay exceptions and resolve issues before bank deadlines.
• Assist with system updates by conducting thorough testing to ensure the integrity and functionality of the system following updates.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and analysis as requested by management, supporting decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Execute all responsibilities in accordance with documented standard operating procedures, ensuring strict alignment with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and corporate financial policies.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as the main point of contact for inquiries and issues related to the accounts payable mailboxes, responding promptly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
• Conduct regular reconciliations of accounts payable transactions with bank statements, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and post journal entries as necessary to accurately reflect transactions in the general ledger.
• Oversee the processing and reconciliation of municipal payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations related to accounts payable activities, ensuring accurate recording and classification of financial transactions.
• Manage travel and entertainment expenses using SAP Concur, ensuring compliance with company policies and timely processing of reimbursements.
• Prepare and analyze variance reports to identify discrepancies or trends in accounts payable data, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Monitor and manage aging of payables, proactively addressing outstanding invoices and coordinating with vendors and invoice owners to resolve payment issues.
• Facilitate the allocation of corporate credit card expenses monthly, ensuring strict adherence to company policy and compliance standards.
• Coordinate ACH payments, wire submissions, and mailing of vendor checks. Investigate positive pay exceptions and resolve issues before bank deadlines.
• Assist with system updates by conducting thorough testing to ensure the integrity and functionality of the system following updates.
• Generate ad-hoc reports and analysis as requested by management, supporting decision-making and strategic initiatives.
• Execute all responsibilities in accordance with documented standard operating procedures, ensuring strict alignment with Sarbanes-Oxley controls and corporate financial policies.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or business-related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable roles, with a proven track record of managing complex processes.
• This role requires in-office presence two days per week.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as required to achieve individual, team, and departmental objectives.
  
  

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Preferred experience with SAP Concur
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues independently.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with a strong commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, ensuring precision in all tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  
  

Essential Functions

Organizing your daily schedule, analyzing data, problem-solving, communicating, and creating written communication. Usage of a laptop, monitors, headphones, docking station, keyboard and mouse.

Compensation & Benefits

We believe in taking care of our employees and their families. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Here’s a look at what we provide:

• Salary Range: $63,580.00 - $82,280.00
• Medical Insurance: Choose from a variety of plans to fit your healthcare needs.
• Dental Insurance: Coverage for preventive, basic, and major dental services.
• Employer-Paid Vision: Comprehensive eye care coverage at no cost to you.
• Employer-Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance: Peace of mind and additional protection.
• Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Financial support in case of illness or injury.
• 401(k) Plan: Save for your future with a company match to help you grow your retirement savings.
• PTO and Sick Time accrue each pay period: Take time off when you need it
• Annual Bonus Program: Performance-based bonus to reward your hard work.
  
  

EEOC/Other: eFinancial/Fidelity Life Association is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse workplace. As an eFinancial/Fidelity Life employee, you will be eligible for Medical and Dental Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent Care & Transit), Vision Care, 401(K), Short-term and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D coverages.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Insurance

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