Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Clarivate Accounts Payable team based in Philadelphia, PA. Our team is responsible for processing invoices and payment vendors globally. The Senior Accounts Payable specialist will focus on resolution of bank reconciliation issues related to AP disbursement accounts and payment issuance to third – party vendors.

About You – experience, education, skills, and accomplishments…

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration AND/OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Working knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPS, etc.)

It would be great if you also had... 

• 4+ years of overall experience in Accounts Payable
• 2+ years of professional accounting or finance experience
• 2+ years of client-facing customer service background
• Prior global experience
• Working knowledge of Oracle Net Suite, Oracle EBS, Coupa, CashPro and Kyriba
• Domestic and International payment issuance experience

What will you be doing in this role? 

• Collaborate with Internal Finance teams to investigate and resolve outstanding bank reconciliation discrepancies related to AP disbursement accounts timely and accurately.
• Provide support for weekly payment runs, including ACH, Wire (domestic and international), BACS, checks, and expense reimbursement.
• Provide support to escheatment process, special projects, and integrations.
• Utilize online banking portals to run reports related to AP disbursement accounts.
• Maintain and enhance standard department processes to streamline efficiency, accuracy, and ensure SOX compliance.
• Prepare journal entries to record supplier related activity.
• Post recording payment entries to resolve outstanding bank reconciliation related to exception payments and direct debited payments.
• Resolve escalated inquiries related to reconciliation discrepancies and AP payment issues.
• Additional duties as assigned by management.

About the Team

Our Accounts Payable department consists of a great team of self-driven colleagues who process invoices and issue payments for the Clarivate. The team plays a crucial role in ensuring customer delight in providing exceptional service to the internal and external stakeholders.

Hours of Work

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is a full-time hybrid role currently working with commutable distance to the Philadelphia, PA office. Our hybrid work environment consists of remote work and 2-3 days per week onsite. 

This position requires weekday (Monday - Friday) attendance from 8 am to 5 pm.

Clarivate is an Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Minorities/Women/Disabled