How We Work

Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest-growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family, and each person matters. We are more than just a job.

How Will You Make an Impact?

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle from receipt of invoices to payment, including coding invoices, matching purchase orders, obtaining approval, and entering the invoices into the accounting system.
• Ensure all accounts payable policies and procedures are adhered to, including travel and related expenses, vendor approval, and invoice processing.
• Collaborate with vendors and managers in other departments regarding discrepancies to resolve any issues.
• Continuously maintain current knowledge of all related company policies.
• Providing both internal as well as external customer services in an effectual and cost-effective manner.
• Investigate and resolve problems associated with the processing of invoices and purchase orders.
• Provide training to AP team members, analyze all key metrics, and prepare appropriate documents according to department policy.
• Receive, research, and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons.
• Assist with 1099 preparation.
• Assist in ad hoc projects as needed.

How Will You Get Here?

• 3-5 years of Accounts Payable experience. Some college or bookkeeping courses or equivalent combination of related education and experience is preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs including Advanced Excel, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Bill.com, and Chrome River.
• Strong attention to detail, focus on accuracy and efficiency as well as the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when working with sensitive data.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and analytical skills and the ability to interface with internal and external clients professionally.
• Participates in career development programs to improve managerial, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Why Should You Apply?

• Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
• Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
• Unlimited PTO (“Time Away”) for Salaried Employees
• Generous PTO for Non-Exempt Team Members
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Discretionary Bonus Program
• CPA (& Other Professional Designations) Exam Passing Bonus & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
• Health & Wellness Program
• Pet Insurance

Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify Notices.pdf?dl=0. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)