Location: Waltham,MA, USA
Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that surrounds them. Our diverse and skilled workforce takes immense pride in a shared commitment: a devotion to providing caring and dedicated service. In our supportive environment, associates can learn and grow. With professional and personal training programs, as well as education for career advancement, we empower associates to explore their interests, feed their passion, and pursue growth opportunities. We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors!
The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for ensuring invoices are entered via PayScan in a timely and accurate manner.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Accurately enter community related and other miscellaneous management company (BSL) payables via Yardi PayScan
Verify invoices have been coded correctly and approved by the appropriate department head
Confirm prior balances have been paid by reviewing vendor payment history and ensure duplicate payments are not made to vendors
Ensure early pay discounts are taken advantage of, and all vendor credits are applied appropriately
Avoid overdue payment charges by ensuring all invoices are paid in a timely manner and negotiate with vendors to eliminate such charges if incurred
Process electronic invoices (i.e., import vendor .csv files)
Act as the primary contact for vendor/associate inquiries providing superior customer service
Research and respond to inquiries from vendors and associates regarding vendor/expense account status
Manage payment discrepancy issues proactively and timely
Participate in the month end accounting close by ensuring all invoices for goods/services rendered in the month are posted to the month being closed
Convert vendors from hard copy check disbursements to electronic ACH payments
Education/Experience/Licensure:
Entry Level but 2-3 years of experience in a related role is a plus
Technical capacity (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Yardi)
Experience in property management is desirable
B.S in Accounting is desirable
Knowledge of Yardi PayScan is a plus
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, and Excel)
Benefits:
As a Home Office associate at Benchmark, you will have immediate access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
10 paid holidays
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield
401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
Long Term Care Insurance
Company-provided Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability