Accounts Payable Coordinator Kansas City

Accounts Payable Coordinator Kansas City (Hybrid After 90 Days)

Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking an Accounts Payable Coordinator to join its Kansas City office. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-volume professional services environment, supporting firm operations through accurate and timely processing of vendor and employee payments. The first 90 days will be fully on-site, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule thereafter.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of accounts payable experience within a professional services setting and possess strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Core Responsibilities

• Review and process vendor invoices and employee reimbursement requests.
• Research, reconcile, and follow up on vendor statements and discrepancies.
• Assist with weekly payment cycles for vendors and employee reimbursements.
• Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external inquiries.
• Support Sales & Use Tax review and audit-related requests.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all transactions within a high-volume workflow.
• Collaborate effectively with team members while maintaining the ability to work independently.
• Utilize firm systems including Elite, Chrome River, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and online banking tools.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of accounts payable experience (professional services industry preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Elite, Chrome River, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and online banking platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Work Environment

• Location: Kansas City
• Schedule: Fully on-site for first 90 days, hybrid flexibility thereafter.
• Employees approved for hybrid schedules must maintain consistent availability and responsiveness during work hours via Jabber, Zoom, email, and phone.