Accounts Payable Senior Associate

Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors

$75K — $90K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 5 years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in financial industry/alternative investment management
  • Strong understanding of AP processes, functions, and internal controls
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Experience with ERP systems and invoice workflow automation tools is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Review and process vendor invoices ensuring compliance with policies and proper documentation
  • Prepare and execute payments through various methods while ensuring accuracy and deadlines are met
  • Monitor AP aging report and manage AP inboxes for accurate cash flow planning
  • Assist with administration of employee expense reimbursement program
  • Maintain and update vendor master data, including onboarding and validation
  • Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes including accruals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and the offshore team for accurate execution of AP processes

Benefits

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Accident and Critical Illness insurance
  • Long Term Disability insurance
  • Competitive 401(k) benefits
  • Pet healthcare savings program
  • WellHub - corporate wellness platform
  • $10,000 lifetime reimbursement for family forming services
  • Reimbursement of professional society memberships and exam fees
  • Up to $10,000 matching for contributions to qualified non-for-profit organizations
  • Parental leave
Full Job Description
Title: Accounts Payable Senior Associate

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Details: 2 days per week in office

Requirements

General Position Responsibilities:
  • Review and process vendor invoices for management companies, remote offices, and fund-level entities, ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual terms, accurate allocation coding, proper supporting documentation, and approvals.
  • Prepare and execute payments through ACH, wire transfer, and check while ensuring compliance with internal controls, accuracy, approvals, and payment deadlines are met.
  • Monitor and maintain AP aging report within established payment terms while effectively managing AP inboxes to support accurate cash flow planning, streamline communication, and payment deadlines.
  • Assist with the administration of the employee expense reimbursement program including the review, audit, and processing of expense reports in accordance with company T&E policies and internal controls.
  • Maintain and update vendor master data, including onboarding and validation of required information such as but not limited to banking instructions, payment terms, and tax documentation.
  • Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes through the preparation of accruals, reconciliations, and recording of expenses.
  • Maintain strong relationships with vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication on all general correspondence, issues, and payment related inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Collaborate and review with the offshore team for all AP related activities to ensure accurate, timely, & compliant execution of AP processes.
  • Collaborate with functional departments and investment teams to assist in the expense allocation and approval process.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with policies, procedures, and support operational needs.
  • Assist with 1099 reporting and annual tax filing requirements by reviewing vendor records, validating tax documentation, and ensuring accurate reporting.
  • Support external audits by preparing and providing requested documentation, reports, and information to ensure timely and accurate audit completion.
  • Identify process improvements and support continuous initiatives that enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support automation efforts across the AP function.

Qualifications & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 5 years of Accounts Payable experience (preferably in financial industry/alternative investment management)
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of AP processes, functions, and internal controls.
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and commitment to data integrity.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build credibility and positive working relationships across all levels of the organization, coupled with a collaborative mindset, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience working with ERP systems and invoice workflow automation tools (Power Automate, Concur, Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is a plus).
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits
  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts (dependent care, healthcare, limited purpose FSA)
  • Accident and Critical Illness insurance
  • Long Term Disability insurance
  • Competitive 401(k) benefits
  • Pet healthcare savings program
  • Member's Only Healthcare - healthcare navigation
  • WellHub - corporate wellness platform
  • $10,000 lifetime reimbursement for family forming services (e.g. IVF, adoption, surrogacy)
  • Rocket Lawyer legal benefits
  • Reimbursement of professional society memberships and exam fees
  • Up to $10,000 matching annually for contributions to qualified non-for-profit organizations
  • Parental leave
  • Compensation: The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000, plus annual discretionary bonus, depending on experience


Employment with the company is contingent on the applicant being able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire.

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