Job Description:

Job Title: Accounts Payable Associate I

Location: Kirksville, MO or Springfield, MO

Department: Preferred Family Healthcare

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Monday - Friday
 

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated Accounts Payable professional looking to make a positive impact in the finance department? Join our team at Preferred Family Healthcare as an Accounts Payable Associate I!
 

As an Accounts Payable Associate I, you'll manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment. Our ideal candidate is passionate about finance, has experience in accounting, and possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 

Kirksville, MO offers a variety of events and activities to choose from. Whether it’s visiting the state park, stopping by the farmers market, being engaged in the college and universities, or enjoying community events and businesses. Kirksville is a community driven hub with a high quality of life. Join us!
 

Position Perks & Benefits:

29 Days of PTO

Competitive Pay

Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

Company-paid basic life insurance

Emergency Medical Leave Program

Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

Health & Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Mileage Reimbursement
 

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment, including coding invoices, obtaining approval, and entering the invoices into the accounting system.

Prepare daily deposits and batch check runs.

Ensure all accounts payable policies and procedures are adhered to, including vendor approval and invoice processing.

Perform reconciliation of vendor statements to ensure accurate payment.

Maintain vendor files for documentation and audit purposes.

Correspond with vendors regarding payment questions, terms, account set-up, etc.

Serve as subject matter expert in Workday for all accounts payable processes.

Assist team with gathering support for all audits, including pulling documentation.

Assist in ad hoc projects as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
 

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED is required.

3+ years of experience in accounting is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Thorough knowledge of finance, accounting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Basic understanding of financial and accounting software applications.

Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections.

Capable of scrutinizing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Ability to work with information in a confidential manner.

Ability to multitask and support senior accounting staff.
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Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
 

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Brightli is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.