Accounts Payable Associate

KIPP METRO ATLANTA COLLABORATIVE INC • Atlanta, GA

6d • $55,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for executing and supporting the organization’s accounts payable processes to ensure invoices are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with internal controls and accounting standards. Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Associate supports invoice processing, vendor communication, platform administration, and training of staff to ensure consistent and compliant financial practices across KIPP Atlanta Schools. This role also serves as a primary point of contact for accounts payable systems and user support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable, finance, or a related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain processes clearly to non-finance stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build productive working relationships across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems or invoice platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a nonprofit, school system, or mission-driven organization.
• Experience with Ramp or similar accounts payable and expense management systems.
• Experience training or supporting users on financial systems or processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices.
• Process invoices within the designated accounts payable platform (e.g., Ramp), including: Reviewing invoices for accuracy and completeness, Identifying duplicates or discrepancies, Matching invoices to appropriate budgets and approval workflows, Ensuring invoices align with accounting periods
• Follow up with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies or missing information.
• Troubleshoot payment batch issues and system integrations between platforms (e.g., Ramp and the general ledger).
• Monitor invoice workflows and support timely approvals and payments.
• Manage user provisioning and account access for accounts payable and credit card platforms.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on accounts payable processes and systems.
• Serve as a primary support contact for the accounts payable platform, escalating issues as needed.
• Provide responsive, high-quality customer service to school-based and regional staff.
• Monitor dashboard data and proactively follow up to ensure invoices are processed in a timely manner.

Benefits

• 20 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to identified holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical and dental), life insurance and optional short and long term disability
• Counseling and Telehealth Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Participation in Georgia retirement plan and an optional 403(b) retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level