Senior Accounts Payable Associate

About the role

Alera Group is a 14th largest broker of U.S. business founded in 2017. Our corporate teams support the success of colleagues and clients across the country. We are passionate about our clients' success in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. We are always looking to connect with talented professionals who want to contribute to a collaborative, high-growth environment and help drive strategic initiatives across a national organization.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day success of the Accounts Payable function through accurate account reconciliations, AP aging review, and timely issue resolution
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Provide back-up support for payment processing activities, including in-office check printing as needed
• Maintain vendor records and support W-9 administration and 1099 reporting requirements
• Support timely payment processing in alignment with established schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Document Accounts Payable policies and procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with the Accounts Payable team on departmental projects and cross-functional efforts that enhance processes and service delivery
• Provide back-up support for daily dashboard and aging reports
• Support escheatment activities and other compliance-related responsibilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-volume Accounts Payable experience, including Workday invoice expertise
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, financial chart of accounts, W9 familiarity and 1099 reporting
• Skilled in problem-solving, issue escalation, and handling confidential information
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word); experience with Workday, Concur, Zendesk and NetSuite preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable, growth-oriented, and eager to learn new skills

Additional Information

Compensation - Salary range - $70,000 – $75,000 per year
Eligible for performance-based bonus - Yes
Benefits - Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.
Work Model - This role is Hybrid Central Time Zone - Deerfield, IL office monthly
Professional Development – Alera Group Academy
At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career. You’ll have access to - Role-specific learning paths, Leadership development programs, Technical and compliance training, Industry certifications and continuing education support, Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities