Accounts Payable Specialist

<p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">About BRAVAS</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">At BRAVAS, we transform homes into extraordinary living experiences. As the nation’s #1 luxury technology integrator, we design and deliver premium solutions - lighting, shades, A/V, networking, home automation, and more, that make life effortless, beautiful, and connected.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">We partner with homeowners, architects, builders, and designers on some of the most spectacular homes in the country. And we’re growing.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Role</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a vital role on the Regional Accounting Team, supporting one or more Bravas locations as well as the Corporate Finance Department. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the AP function, including invoice processing, vendor management, payment preparation, and compliance with GAAP and company policy.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">What You’ll Do</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ol><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Process vendor invoices and related documentation; maintain accurate AP subledgers in accordance with GAAP and company policy.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Ensure timely and accurate coding, approval, and posting of invoices.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Review contracts and purchase orders to verify appropriate cost recognition.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Establish and maintain positive relationships with vendors, ensuring prompt resolution of any billing or payment issues.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Manage AP workflows and maintain compliance with internal controls and standard operating procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Coordinate with location leadership, Regional Accounting, and Corporate Finance on financial inquiries and reporting.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Participate in audits, reconciliations, and process improvement initiatives.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Prepare and maintain documentation for all AP processes and ensure adherence to Bravas accounting policies.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:decimal;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a courteous and professional manner.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ol><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">What You Bring</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Minimum 3 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience in a multi-location or growth-oriented organization.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word).</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Solid understanding of GAAP accounting principles and standard AP procedures.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Preferred Qualifications</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Experience with NetSuite or QuickBooks Enterprise.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Proven success in identifying and implementing process improvements.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Familiarity with financial systems integration and reporting workflows.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Why You’ll Love Working Here</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><ul><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Be part of something premium: Work with the nation’s leader in smart home integration.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Collaborative culture: A fun, supportive team that celebrates wins together.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Growth opportunities: Gain exposure to the luxury design/build community and grow your career in sales.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li><li style="list-style-type:disc;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Competitive perks: Base salary + bonuses, medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li></ul><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:19px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:700;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">Ready to Join BRAVAS?</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="line-height:1.38;margin-top:16px;margin-bottom:16px;"><span style="font-size:10pt;font-variant:normal;white-space:pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family:Montserrat, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-style:normal;"><span style="text-decoration:none;">If you’re hungry to grow, love being out in the field, and are excited about bringing luxury experiences to life, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and let’s make something extraordinary together.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p><p style="\"text-align:" center;\"=""><em>We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.</em></p>

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