Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

<h2 data-end="58" data-start="38" data-section-id="1wq2n7j"><strong><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Work Arrangement: Remote</span></strong></h2> <h2 data-end="58" data-start="38" data-section-id="1wq2n7j"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Position Overview</span></span></strong></h2> <p data-end="479" data-start="60"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing across multiple business lines while supporting the financial operations that keep UniGroup moving. This position is responsible for auditing invoices, processing payments, resolving complex payment issues, and maintaining accurate financial records while partnering with internal teams, agents, and vendors.</span></p> <p data-end="900" data-start="481"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This role serves as a subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, handling escalated inquiries, troubleshooting payment discrepancies, reconciling financial data, and helping improve systems and workflows. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service.</span></p> <h2 data-end="919" data-start="902" data-section-id="11vcmyo"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">What You'll Do</span></strong></h2> <ul data-end="1761" data-start="921"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1042" data-start="921" data-section-id="oafrck"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Audit and process invoices, vendor payments, reimbursements, and journal entries while ensuring accuracy and compliance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1130" data-start="1043" data-section-id="m349h7"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and account reconciliations</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1220" data-start="1131" data-section-id="ok72tu"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Serve as a point of contact for escalated vendor, agent, and internal payment inquiries</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1348" data-start="1221" data-section-id="1nn5dvj"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner with Operations, Carrier Management, and other teams to validate invoices and support accurate financial transactions</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1468" data-start="1349" data-section-id="13h0wd1"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review transportation-related invoices using purchase orders, delivery documentation, pricing agreements, and tariffs</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1559" data-start="1469" data-section-id="12ddvrk"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain vendor records and ensure financial data is accurate across systems and reports</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1665" data-start="1560" data-section-id="vv3cx6"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support testing of system enhancements and identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1761" data-start="1666" data-section-id="cydvm0"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Share knowledge, provide training as needed, and contribute to continuous process improvement</span></li> </ul> <h2 data-end="1788" data-start="1763" data-section-id="nbk8dt"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">What We're Looking For</span></strong></h2> <h3 data-end="1802" data-start="1790" data-section-id="13hghqn"><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Required</span></em></h3> <ul data-end="2360" data-start="1804"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1903" data-start="1804" data-section-id="1h0bl4a"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="1991" data-start="1904" data-section-id="1kszu1m"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">3 to 5 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial operations experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2105" data-start="1992" data-section-id="zub07u"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex payment issues</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2163" data-start="2106" data-section-id="1aqerrj"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2260" data-start="2164" data-section-id="5gkkb4"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2360" data-start="2261" data-section-id="11zdy4w"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong communication and customer service skills when working with internal and external partners</span></li> </ul> <h3 data-end="2378" data-start="2362" data-section-id="gxq2rq"><em><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Nice to Have</span></em></h3> <ul data-end="2841" data-start="2380"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2467" data-start="2380" data-section-id="foukam"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience processing transportation, logistics, carrier, or freight-related invoices</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2555" data-start="2468" data-section-id="h4bij6"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Knowledge of three-way matching, invoice reconciliation, and vendor payment processes</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2676" data-start="2556" data-section-id="n4p7av"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Familiarity with transportation pricing agreements, tariffs, or National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) standards</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2754" data-start="2677" data-section-id="16dwvhh"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with ERP, accounts payable, or transportation management systems</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2841" data-start="2755" data-section-id="j5hbt"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience supporting system testing, process improvements, or training team members</span></li> </ul> <h2 data-end="2873" data-start="2843" data-section-id="18wcwwj"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Benefits & Work Environment</span></strong></h2> <ul data-end="3252" data-start="2875"> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2927" data-start="2875" data-section-id="xts0yj"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="2971" data-start="2928" data-section-id="5lst9"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">401(k) retirement plan with company match</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="3026" data-start="2972" data-section-id="16oaznd"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal leave</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="3098" data-start="3027" data-section-id="1b3mrpq"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="3150" data-start="3099" data-section-id="12eb5px"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Professional development and growth opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" data-end="3252" data-start="3151" data-section-id="1dsn39b"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborative, team-oriented culture within a respected leader in the moving and logistics industry</span></li> </ul> <p data-end="3370" data-start="3254"> </p> <h2 data-end="3393" data-start="3372" data-section-id="1booxjz"><strong><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work Authorization</span></strong></h2> <p data-is-only-node="" data-is-last-node="" data-end="3588" data-start="3395"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. UniGroup is unable to provide visa sponsorship or employment authorization support now or in the future.</span></p><div style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #393839; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; background-color: #ffffff;"> <div style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> <p style="margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.5em;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>We foster diversity, in part, by imposing a strict policy of non-discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or other status protected by the law.  </em></span></p> </div> </div> <div style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #393839; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p style="margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.5em;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>We value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and separated service members bring to our workforce. While serving our country you have gained skills such as leadership, flexibility, and agility, which will help to make you successful here. We are dedicated to supporting military families and ensuring that we provide a welcoming environment for our country’s heroes. We hope you consider joining the UniGroup family. </em></span></p> </div> <div style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #393839; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; background-color: #ffffff;"> <p style="margin-top: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.5em; padding: 0px; font-size: 1em; line-height: 1.5em;"><span style="font-size: 8pt;"><em>UniGroup is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, UniGroup will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact <a rel="noopener" href="mailto:careers@unigroup.com" target="_blank">careers@unigroup.com</a>.</em></span></p> </div>