What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Kiddie Academy?
About the position
This is a rewarding long-term career opportunity to work with all levels of the Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care corporate team, as well as our franchisees as they make an impact in communities across the country. As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for managing the accounts payable for both Corporate and the Corporate Owned Academy. Additionally, the role is responsible for the Accounts Receivable for Corporate including the weekly collection of franchise royalties and brand building fund contributions from the franchise system. This position will also assist with other general ledger entries and tasks. This position is based in our Corporate Office located in Bel Air, Maryland.
Why us?
Since its inception in 1981, Kiddie Academy® has been recognized as a leading brand in educational child care. In 2025, we ranked #86 in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® Ranking and have been included in the top 10 “Best Places to Work” according to Baltimore Business Journal for five consecutive years.
Kiddie Academy routinely ranks among the top franchising companies and providers in the child care category. We currently support 345 Academies operating in 39 states and the District of Columbia, and more than 75 locations in various stages of development.
Benefits you’ll love:
- Salary Range of $55,000-60,000 annually
- 100% company-paid medical and life insurance for you,
- 100% company-paid dental and vision for you and your family
- 401K and 4% employer match upon eligibility
- Childcare tuition discounts
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, PTO and holidays
- Paid volunteer time off to support local nonprofits
- We value in-person collaboration at our corporate headquarters, and offer flexibility through an allowance of work from home days
Qualifications:
Why you?
You are an experienced professional with a positive outlook and a passion for making an impact. You are looking for a long-term career opportunity with a company that is committed to work-life balance, and that promotes a culture of respect, kindness and transparency. You are an excellent communicator, you take great pride in the quality of your work, you are detail oriented, you are tech savvy, and you excel at multitasking.
Your Skills and Experience:
- Associate’s degree preferred or any combination of education and experience.
- 3 - 5 years of related accounting experience.
- Experience with ERP System is preferred.
- Experience with SAP Concur is a plus.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail with sharp critical thinking skills.
- Collaborative Team Player.
- Professional demeanor.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Strong professional verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
- Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
We are growing fast, and the future is bright! Don’t miss out on joining us.
Salary : $55,000 - $60,000