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International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP) · 2 months ago

Accountant - A/P Generalist

Brookfield, WI

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is North America’s largest membership organization for those who work with employee benefit plans. They are seeking a skilled Accounts Payable Generalist to support the finance and accounting department by processing, tracking, and reporting key revenue and expense data.

Human Resources

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable (AP) and initiating payments

Maintain vendor records/contracts and complete annual 1099 reporting

Review and complete journal entries on monthly credit card and expense reports to ensure compliance with internal policy

Perform accounts receivable (AR) and bank reconciliations, other accounts as assigned

Assist in the implementation, maintenance and adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures ensuring compliance with GAAP

Respond to requests for information from internal departments

Support the finance & accounting team with general accounting duties as assigned

May assist with impromptu reporting and special projects when requested

This position will also have the opportunity to develop their skills and assist in the automation of the accounts payable, credit card reconciliation, and expense reporting processes

Qualification

Accounts PayableAccounting SystemsGAAP ComplianceMS Suite ProficiencySmartSheet ExperienceCRM Systems KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Technical Certificate or Associates Degree in Accounting or Finance with a minimum of 1 year relevant experience; - OR - a Bachelors in Accounting of Finance with a minimum of 6 months relevant experience - including internships, part-time, or full-time assignments

Critical and analytical accounting skills; have attention to detail and proven ability to follow standard procedures

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to respectfully follow-up and question A/P submissions

Strong proficiency with MS Suite, including Outlook and Excel

General experience and knowledge of Accounting Systems is required

General experience and knowledge of CRM Systems is required

Preferred

Experience with SmartSheet is strongly preferred, but will train the right candidate

Prior experience with Great Plains is strongly preferred

Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics is helpful

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Long term disability

Short term disability

Paid vacation

Sick and paid holidays

Defined benefit plan

Non-elective company contribution

Matched 401(k) plan

On-site fitness center with yoga and strength training classes

Mindfulness sessions

Bocce league

Softball team

Cribbage club

Company

International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP)

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans is a nonprofit organization, dedicated to providing the diverse employee benefits community with objective, solution-oriented education, research and information.

Founded in 1954

Brookfield, Wisconsin, USA

51-200 employees