Job Description

If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today.

Posting Period:

May 05, 2026 - Until Filled

Employee Type:

NEASO NEA Staff Organization, OO125 Business & Financial Services Department (BFS)

Position Type:

Term (Fixed Term)

Salary Range:

$83,141.00 - $127,427.00

Rank:

NEASO Rank 6

Position Details:

POSITION EMPHASIS:Founded in 1857, the National Education Association (NEA) is America’s oldest and largest organization committed to advancing the cause of public education.Headquarteredin Washington, DC, NEA proudly claimsnearly3million membersdevoted to the following mission: to advocate for education professionals and to unite our members and the nation to fulfill the promise of public education by preparing every student to succeed in a diverse and interdependent worldOur vision isa greatpublic school for every studentThe NEA is also the single largest labor union in the United States, advocating for the excellent andequitablepublic education system that all students, educators, and communities deserve

We areseekinga detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This role is essential toensuringaccurate,timely, and compliant financial operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, a collaborative mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

In this role, you will:

• Process and verify paymentsfor NEA entities, including invoice matching, vendor statement reconciliation, and disbursements via checks, ACH, and wiresin accordance withinternal policies and vendor terms.

• Analyze and reconcile financial data,preparingmonthly account reconciliations forAPand select balance sheet accounts,identifyingvariances,providinganalysis, andsupportingfinancial close activities.

• Maintain vendor relationshipsby managing account records, resolving billing discrepancies, and responding promptly to inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders.

• Ensure compliancewith NEA policies, GAAP, and internal controls by reviewing invoice coding,maintainingorganized documentation, and supporting internal and external audits.

• Support financial systemsby providing end-userassistance, contributing to system upgrades, and developing training materials and process documentation.

• Generate reports and documentationusing query tools, andassistwith audit preparation, 1099 processing, and year-end AP activities.

• Collaborate cross-functionallywith purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve issues and ensuretimely,accurateprocessing of financial transactions.

• Drive process improvementsbyidentifyingautomation opportunities, enhancing workflows, andparticipatingin cross-functional teams and committees.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Bachelor's degree in Accountingor a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skillsisobtained.Broad knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standard (GAAS), Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and federal, state, and local requirements.Continuing education in Accounting, Finance, ora relateddiscipline.Continuing education in Accounting, Finance, ora relateddiscipline. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of three yearsprofessional accounting andfinancial managementexperience involving the full range of responsibilities such as general ledger, accounts payable, account and financial analyses, and financial statements development.Experience must include a full range of accounting and financial responsibilities, such as general ledger, accounts payable, account analysis, bank reconciliation, cash flow management, forecasting, and preparation of financial statements.Four years of professional experience providing technicalexpertiseand support for business systems/applications using the full range ofstate-of-the-artfinancial managementsystems, such asPeopleSoft, SAP, or Oracle.People Soft, Oracle Financials, or similar systems OTHER REQUIREMENTSIntermediate skills in Microsoft Excel are essential with an emphasis on building new spreadsheets, analyzing large data sets, and using advanced functions such as Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, and IF statements. Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Advanced skills in using applications for developing presentations, creating complex graphs, or developing specialized financial reportsCandidates are encouraged to provide work samples (e.g.spreadsheets, financial statements,database, or presentation materials) atinterviewMust be able to work extended hours on evenings andweekendduring seasonal requirements such as fiscal year end, budget planning, and 4-month projections

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Tier 1 (Essential): Proven superior customer service skills, providing financial support to end-users,developingandmaintainingdesktop procedures and documentation to ensure consistency with current processes.Excellent proactive communication (both written and verbal), planning, follow-up, prioritization, time management, and managing expectations. Demonstrated experience in general ledger, financialchart of accounts, financialstatements,ordemonstratedexperience in all aspects of accounts payable functions, including entering and reviewing vouchers, and account analyses. Demonstrated experience adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and federal, state, and local requirements Demonstrated use of sound judgment for decision-making and ability to follow through on tasks with minimal supervision.  Proven ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.  Successful references.  

Tier 2 (Significant):Experience with reviewing and auditing transactions (i.e., travel and expense, fixed assets, vendor invoices, travel advances, journal vouchers, grants, and other payment requests) by policies, and federal, state, and local regulations.Proven ability to investigate financial records,writereports, and make presentations to senior management. Proven skill in being highly analytical, organized,and with superior attention to detail.Ability to work independently and collaboratively amongst individuals and groups at all levels of the organization.Proven flexibility and effectiveness in handling multiple and complex tasks simultaneously under stringent timeframes and changing conditions.Skill in developing financial training and presentations using applicable software.

Tier 3 (Desirable)  Knowledgeof NEA's financial and membership services environment.Proven skill in diversified accounting,financial managementoperations, and complex problem resolution. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Accounts Payable Professional, or similar designation(s).  Experience with presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint) and productivity tools (e.g., Smartsheet, SharePoint, Teams, Zoom).

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following is provided: The position involves skill in using a computer and/or laptop; oral and written communication skills; skills in proofreading and editing; use of clear and articulate speech; interpersonal relations skills; reasoning and problem-solving skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; ability to sit for long periods, stoop, bend, reach and carry light materials (up to 10 lbs.); and ability to travel by various methods of transportation, e.g., airplane, car.

NEA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, or disability. Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal To apply for this position or to search for other openings, please go to our jobs page at Careers at NEA (myworkdayjobs.com)

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