About the opportunity
We are looking for an AP Accountant to join our Accounting team. The AP Accountant will be involved in a number of activities including: entering invoices and matching PO’s; posting journal entries and completing month end reconciliations; working with the broader team on quarterly and annual audits and being involved in a number of projects to drive improvements in our overall processes. This position would suit someone earlier in their career who has a desire to learn and add value in a fast paced environment.  
What to expect?
Enter invoices into accounting and P2P software, match and reconcile PO’s, and ensure timely payments
Run AP reports and review data entry errors
Collaborate and work closely with treasury for weekly payment runs
Proactively work with department leaders making purchasing requests to ensure accurate coding of purchases from requisition to payment
Perform new vendor setup and support vendor change management
Review and process approved expense reports for payment 
Play an essential role in the month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparing journal entries and supporting reconciliations
Assist with external audit requests, including preparation of supporting schedules
Provide insight into the AP process to aid in the optimization of NetSuite and other new and existing platforms
Coordinate with other departments to obtain relevant transaction information, research reconciling items, and resolve issues
Work with various internal and external customers including tax authorities, banks, investors, employees and others to deliver on time and accurate information
Ad hoc projects as needed to support rapid growth of the company 
What you need to be successful?
Prior accounting / accounts payable experience preferred 
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Management (or equivalent) required 
Professional attitude and communication skills 
Self-motivated, detail oriented, flexible team player that is also able to operate independently 
A curious and inquisitive mindset with a willingness to learn 
Experience with Coupa and NetSuite a plus  
What's in it for you?
Join an ambitious tech company reshaping the way people build digital experiences
Full-time employees receive Stock Options for the opportunity to share in the success of our company
Comprehensive healthcare package covering 100% of monthly health premiums for employees  and 85% of costs for your dependents. 
Fertility and family building benefits, including a lifetime reimbursable wallet to support your growing family.
We value Work-Life balance and You Time! A generous amount of paid time off, including vacation days, sick days, compassion days for loss,  education days, and volunteer days
Company paid parental leave to care for and focus on your growing family 
Use your personal annual education budget to improve your skills and grow in your career
Enjoy a full range of virtual and in-person events, including workshops, guest speakers, and fun team activities, supporting learning and networking exchange beyond the usual work duties 
An annual wellbeing stipend to care for your physical, financial, or emotional health
A monthly communication stipend and phone hardware upgrade reimbursement.
New hire office equipment stipend for hybrid or distributed employees. Get the gear you need to work at your best.
This role will need to be conducted in a state in which we are currently registered to do business. 
The application deadline is 2/2/25
Colorado Salary Statement: The salary range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Colorado if selected for the role. Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data/ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD/technology), for example.
Colorado Salary Range: $75,000-$78,500[This position is eligible for equity awards, annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards in accordance with the terms of Contentful’s variable compensation plans.]
#LI-JE1 #LI-HYBRIDWho are we?
Contentful is the intelligent composable content platform that unlocks all of an organization’s digital content to deliver impactful customer experiences, making content a strategic business asset. The Contentful Platform, Contentful Studio, and the Contentful Ecosystem combine the flexibility of composable content with the intelligence of AI, empowering digital teams to drive business momentum through collaboration, speed, and scale. Contentful powers innovative content experiences across brands, regions, and channels for organizations around the world, including nearly 30% of the Fortune 500. Nearly 800 people from more than 70 nations contribute their energy and creativity to Contentful, working from hubs in Berlin, Denver and distributed around the world.
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