Accounts Payable Specialist

Vertex Education is a purpose-led education services provider dedicated to changing lives through education. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day AP function for multiple schools and clients, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of invoices and maintaining smooth financial operations.

What you'll do:

• Receive, review, and accurately process invoices from assigned schools
• Verify coding and enter invoices into accounting software in a timely manner
• Generate reports, troubleshoot issues, and resolve discrepancies proactively
• Prepare and issue payments, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Maintain organized and accurate AP records and documentation
• Perform quality control checks to prevent errors and delays
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with school administrators, staff, and external vendors
• Provide training and guidance to school staff on AP procedures and systems
• Collaborate with internal teams—including Payroll, Finance, Client Account Management, and Senior Management—to ensure efficient and accurate operations
• Identify and recommend improvements to AP processes, workflows, and systems

What they're looking for:

• 1–3 years of experience in accounts payable, finance, or a related role
• Experience working directly with customers and/or vendors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage deadlines
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to accuracy and service excellence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity
• Team-oriented, adaptable, and eager to support colleagues and clients

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, flex plan, and 401(k).
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization.
• Industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.
• Mentoring and money to take training classes.
• Welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment.