Job Description
Position Summary: The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Finance team, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle, leading the implementation and go-live of Corpay as the Veracross-integrated AP automation solution, and designing and deploying a school-wide procurement and purchasing process. This position sits at the intersection of day-to-day financial operations and strategic systems improvement, requiring a highly organized professional with strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach to change management. Responsibilities: Primary: Accounts Payable Operations Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, approval routing, and timely payment disbursement. Maintain accurate vendor records, W-9 documentation, and year-end 1099 reporting. Reconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger on a monthly basis and support month-end and year-end close activities. Respond to vendor inquiries, resolve invoice discrepancies, and build strong vendor relationships. Monitor AP aging reports and ensure invoices are paid within agreed terms while optimizing cash flow. Ensure compliance with internal controls, school policies, and applicable regulations governing disbursements. Corpay Implementation & Veracross Integration Serve as the primary internal project lead for the implementation and go-live of Corpay, the selected AP automation solution integrated with Veracross. Partner with Corpay implementation specialists, the Veracross administrator, and the COO to manage the project plan, milestones, and go-live timeline. Configure and validate the Corpay-Veracross integration to support automated AP workflows including: ? Electronic invoice capture