Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist

Klaviyo is currently seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist that will oversee and help manage our accounts payable processes ensuring that all financial transactions are executed and recorded accurately in a timely manner. This role involves leading the accounts payable team, optimizing account payable processes, and providing financial, administrative, and clerical support to the organization.

How you will make a difference:

Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist will support the Accounts Payable and Travel & Expense teams within the Procure-to-Pay organization by:

• Help lead and supervise the accounts payable team providing training, guidance, and support to team members.
• Manage the entire cycle of accounts payable, including verifying invoices, processing payments, performing account reconciliations, and vendor management.
• Driving continuous improvement efforts by implementing process improvements, technology driven solutions, and automation.
• Ensuring all records are accurate and working with the accounting team to standardize accounting practices.
• Participating in the review of month-end close activities, financial audit preparation, and conducting monthly reconciliations of accounts payable ledgers.
• Manage cash balances by monitoring invoices and payment obligations/due dates.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve purchase order processes and expense management.
• Prepare analytical reports related to accounts payable for the finance department and senior management.
• Assist with the preparation for audits by providing information and answers to auditors.
• Assist with year-end audit and regulatory efforts including financial statement audit requests, and 1099 Reporting.
• Helping resolve problems and discrepancies, responding to vendor and internal inquiries.

Who you are:

• Advanced knowledge of accounting software and ERP systems (Coupa, Netsuite a +), as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. 
• Advance Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and the ability to analyze financial data.
• Proven track record of improving accounts payable processes and systems.
• At least five years related experience required