What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Elme Communities?
WHY WORK FOR ELME?
ELME Communities elevates the living experience for value-conscious renters. We are firm in our belief that everyone, regardless of income level, can take pride in the place they call home, enjoy consistently remarkable service, and a well-maintained community. With a focus on middle-income renters, and as part of this experience, return on investment, operational excellence, empathetic interactions, and respectful communication are at the heart of our stakeholder journey. If this resonates with you, you might be a great addition to our growing team.
When you join our corporate enablement team as an Accounts Payable Specialist you are joining a passionate team dedicated to providing empowerment, support, and long-term solutions to our internal and external stakeholders so they may achieve their best and nurture belonging in our apartment communities.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
- Overseeing third party outsourcing firm responsible for the processing of invoices in Nexus Payables
- Reviewing the weekly ACH, virtual card, and check payment process to pay vendors within specified payment terms.
- Tracking and escheating outstanding checks in accordance with local jurisdiction due dates.
- Processing and review of high priority invoices, including real estate taxes and permits.
- Responding to any coder and reviewer inquiries.
- Reviewing and posting voucher entries in JD Edwards.
- Submitting online payments to applicable vendors.
- Researching and responding timely to vendor and employee questions on vendor invoices and expense reports via a ticketing system.
- Driving efforts to appropriately train personnel regarding the accounts payable system and company policies and procedures.
- Training new and existing personnel on Nexus Payables and Concur functionality and use.
- Preparing and managing the annual 1099 reporting process.
- Preparing the sales and use forms for Virginia, Maryland and DC.
Account Reconciliations, Other Projects & Process Improvements
Responsibilities include:
- Performing account reconciliations for virtual card, accounts payable and other general ledger balances.
- Identifying process improvements in accounts payable and related processes.
- Documenting accounts payable processes and procedures.
- Working directly with internal and external auditors to facilitate audit requirements and ensure audit efficiency.
Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Associates' Degree in Accounting
- Thoughtful problem-solver with the ability to identify issues and proven track record of excellent customer service.
- Internal desire to identify, strategize and redesign processes to increase efficiencies.
- Nexus Payables or equivalent experience a plus.
- Minimum 3 years work experience.
- Strong communication, reading comprehension and analytical skills
