Employment Type : Full-Time
WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded over 50 years agoand has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than 550,000 students annually from more than 5,000 K12 schools and universities to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Position: Accounts Payable Associate Objective: The position will report to the Accounts Payable Manager and may be responsible for generating payments or processing invoices received from multiple locations and vendors on a daily basis, reconciling vendor statements, responding to internal and external customer inquiries, resolving issues and working within a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment. Provides financial, administrative and clerical support by ensuring payments are completed and expenses are controlled by receiving payments, processing, verifying and reconciling invoices according to established policies and procedures in an efficient, timely and accurate manner Responsibilities: Standard Department Member Responsibilities: At WorldStrides, the experience is everything. By joining our team you help provide moments that delight and open up the world of learning. Our team is truly passionate about making each experience a once in a lifetime opportunity for each traveler that is easy to manage from A to Z. Each journey is different, which is why we offer a broad range of experiential learning programs for groups and individuals of all ages throughout their lifelong learning journey. If we've learned anything over this last year, its that being able to experience different places and things while interacting with new people is imperative to not only personal growth but also to general well-being. So, let's get out there–together.To learn more about our brand, our mission and our commitment to health and safety, please visit our website atwww.worldstrides.com. Members of our team are able to take advantage of our generous paid-time off (PTO) policy, comprehensive insurance plans (medical, dental, vision and more), flexible spending accounts, paid parental and care giver leave, a casual work environment and a flexible work policy with several options to meet both your professional and personal needs. In addition, we offer travel perks on our products. We also take COVID protocols very seriously and are committed to the health and safety of our team members, participants, vendors and partners which is why we've put extensive measures in place around PPE and other safety guidelines that follows both the CDC and World Health Organizations guidance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides`is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. High School Diploma or equivalent. Three to five years of progressive A/P experience in an automated environment is preferred. Relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable. Proficiency with MS Office Suite required (Excel and Word), Epicor or NetSuite AP system experience is a plus. Knowledge and understanding of finance, accounting and financial controls required.