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In this role, you will support timely invoice, payment, vendor and expense-report processing while serving as a trusted resource for associates, vendors and Finance partners. You will manage assigned work queues, validate documentation and coding and resolve routine discrepancies in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.\nYou will also have opportunities to strengthen processes, support finance system enhancements and contribute to the controls that protect the firm. Your attention to detail, client-service mindset and ability to recognize and escalate potential risks will help ensure reliable financial operations.\nThe Impact You’ll Make:\nMonitor assigned accounts payable work queues and process invoices, payment requests and expense reports accurately and within established service expectations \nReview transactions for completeness, appropriate documentation, account and cost center coding and required approvals in accordance with established policies and procedures \nValidate vendor, tax identification and banking information and prepare new-vendor setup documentation for review and approval \nMonitor outstanding approvals and aging invoices, prioritize time-sensitive business needs and follow up with appropriate internal partners \nServe as the primary accounts payable contact for assigned business units, providing clear and timely responses to invoice, payment and expense inquiries \nEducate associates on invoice-submission requirements, account coding, documentation standards and expense-reporting processes in Concur \nResearch and resolve routine invoice, payment, expense and vendor discrepancies by coordinating with associates, vendors and Finance partners \nAudit expense reports for compliance with corporate travel and expense policies and escalate exceptions, suspected errors or control concerns as appropriate \nMaintain accurate records and documentation to support efficient payment processing, audit readiness, policy compliance and internal controls \nPartner with Finance Systems to troubleshoot processing issues and support testing, upgrades, enhancements and implementation of new functionality \nIdentify recurring issues and recommend practical improvements to processes, controls, user guidance or system functionality \nContribute to team, department and business initiatives that improve service, accuracy, efficiency and operational performance \nWhat You’ll Bring to Baird:\nMinimum of 1 year of accounts payable or relevant transactional finance experience \nWorking knowledge of accounts payable processes, invoice and expense documentation, vendor records, payment controls, account and cost center coding and corporate travel and expense requirements\nFamiliarity with Concur and related finance systems \nAccurate transaction review and data-entry skills with strong attention to detail\nProficiency in Microsoft Office with an emphasis on Excel \nAbility to research routine discrepancies, recognize exceptions or potential control concerns and escalate issues appropriately \nStrong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide clear, professional service to associates, vendors and Finance partners\nStrong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment\nAbility to work independently within assigned responsibilities and collaborate effectively with internal and external partners \nHigh school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in accounting, finance, business or a related field or equivalent experience preferred\nCompensation and Benefits:\nCompensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance and/or firm profitability\nYou’ll have the opportunity to advance your career while enjoying our comprehensive benefits designed for your life, career and future.\nBaird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.\nNote to External Recruiters / Search Firms: Baird does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not compensate for any placement resulting from such submissions. 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