Accounts Payable Associate

About KIPP TEAM & Family

KIPP TEAM & Family is our network office that includes support teams such as Leadership Development, Recruitment, Advocacy, Facilities, Finance, HR, and more. Our schools are part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools.

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Associate, reporting to the AP Manager, supports the organization’s financial operations by managing day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor payments, and delivering high-quality customer service to internal stakeholders and external vendors. This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a high-volume, process-driven environment and is interested in developing expertise in accounts payable operations within a complex, multi-entity organization.

• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor and internal inquiries related to accounts payable.
• Respond to inquiries in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner using designated systems (e.g., Zendesk).
• Communicate payment status and timelines clearly to vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with vendors to ensure invoices are submitted correctly and to the appropriate channels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–5 years of accounts payable, finance, or related experience in a high-volume environment
• Experience with financial systems such as Coupa, Sage Intacct, or similar platforms preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Additional Information

• Location: Hybrid role. Typically works on-site 2 days per week and works remotely 3 days per week. Requires teammates to live within commuting distance of Newark, NJ, Camden, NJ, or Miami, FL. Preference given to candidates who can work from the Newark office.
• Career Path: Market-competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000. Salary ranges based on role level and function using benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector. Individual compensation based on a variety of factors including relevant professional experience and qualifications; education, skills and training; and market conditions.
• Benefits: Robust benefits including medical, dental, and vision. Optional participation in the KIPP NJ 403b retirement plan, including matching contributions. Transportation benefits for TEAMates commuting into Newark from the New York City area. Generous Time-Off policy. Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave for primary caregivers. Employer-paid life insurance. Extensive optional ancillary benefits including, short-term and long-term disability, and accident and hospital indemnity.

Compensation & Benefits

KIPP Team & Family offers a market-competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000. Salary ranges at KIPP are set based upon the role level and function using benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector and allow for growth within the role. Individual compensation within this range will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: relevant professional experience and qualifications; education, skills and training; and market conditions.