Accounts Payable Clerk

THE COMPANY

The mission of SimpliSafe is to keep every home secure. It is our belief that being safe should be simple. SimpliSafe designs home security systems that are wireless, cellular and so user-friendly that they can be set up by anyone in minutes. In addition to our great products, SimpliSafe offers seamless 24/7 professional monitoring services, without the long-term contracts nor sky-high prices of traditional alarm companies. Simply put, we’re on an industry-disruptive mission to keep every home safe.

Founded in 2006, SimpliSafe is based in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. In 2014, we were ranked in The Inc. 500 as one of the fastest growing private companies in the US with a 3,000% three-year growth rate. In July 2020, CNET named SimpliSafe the best do-it-yourself alarm system. Fast forward to today, we protect over 2 million Americans and that number is fast rising. SimpliSafe is ushering in a new era, one where anyone anywhere can have a security system that is not only simple but also on the cutting edge.

THE JOB

The Accounts Payable Lead will report to the Senior Accountant and play a key role on the accounting team at SimpliSafe. You will own the full cycle of Accounts Payable ensuring accurate and timely recording and payment of roughly 200 weekly invoices. You will respond to inquiries from both internal and external stakeholders alike.  This is a fast-paced, highly visible role that requires time management, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

For the right candidate, this role will be incredibly rewarding with a tremendous amount of responsibility and visibility. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Process invoices through 3^rd party Accounts Payable automation tools to ensure accuracy with general ledger accounts, departments and payment terms
• Ensure all invoices are approved for payment by appropriate personnel and raise any discrepancies to supervisors’ attention
• Monitor the high-volume Accounts Payable email inbox while prioritizing responses to inquiries and responding in a timely manner
• Collect all information necessary for new vendor set up and approval, including filling out credit applications to establish credit terms with vendors
• Assist in compiling weekly payment batches to ensure vendors are paid in a timely manner and in accordance with payment terms
• Perform monthly Accounts Payable reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records of all invoices and associated documents to comply with review of management and external auditors
• Collaborate with vendors, buyers and other members of the organization to resolve problems

 WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 

• Associates degree with 2 years of relevant experience in a full Accounts Payable process
• Detail oriented with the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Data entry skills and a knack for numbers
• Experience with NetSuite and/or Coupa a plus