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Freeman Company · 5 hours ago

Associate Accounts Payable

Freeman Company is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle, focusing on research, reconciliation, and issue resolution, while ensuring accuracy across vendor accounts.

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Responsibilities

Invoice processing, including 3‑way & 2-way matching, coding, and appropriate approval workflow
Process domestic and international wire payments, ensuring accuracy of banking details, authorization, and timely execution
Manage vendor prepayments by reviewing requests, confirming supporting documentation, and ensuring all prepayments follow internal approval workflow
Track prepayments through completion and reconcile them against final invoices to ensure accurate application and resolution
Conduct in‑depth research on invoice discrepancies, unmatched POs, pricing issues, duplicate payments, and vendor inquiries
Investigate and resolve aging items, debit balances, and GR/IR discrepancies
Review and reconcile vendor statements to ensure accurate and timely resolution of outstanding issues
Support internal and external audits by researching historical transactions and providing documentation
Collaborate cross‑functionally with procurement, operations, and finance teams to resolve issues promptly
Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and assist with AP best‑practice initiatives

Qualification

Accounts Payable experienceERP/AP systemsExcel skillsResearchAnalytical skillsAccounting principlesCustomer-service mindsetAttention to detailCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent is required
3–5 years of hands‑on Accounts Payable experience, including full-cycle processing
Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to independently troubleshoot complex AP issues
Experience with ERP/AP systems; SAP and Coupa experience a plus but not required
Intermediate Excel skills, including the ability to use functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, filters, pivot tables, and basic formulas for data review
Solid understanding of accounting principles, vendor reconciliations, and AP workflow
Experience with prepayment workflows and practices
Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and follow‑through on open items
Strong communication skills and customer‑service mindset
Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment and manage competing priorities

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Parental Leave
Life, Accident and Disability
Retirement with Company Match
Paid Time Off

Company

Freeman Company

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Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jenny Burr
VP, Business Planning and Event Execution
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Carrie Freeman Parsons
Chairman Of The Board
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