What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Accounting Associate position at Morningstar?
The Role:
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accounting Associate to support our Americas operations. In this role, you’ll focus on accounting-related activities rather than invoice and payment processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regional tax regulations, supplier management, and compliance requirements, and will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency through automation initiatives and process enhancements.
What You’ll Do:
Invoice & Payment Support:
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
$74,325.00 - 126,350.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
001_MstarInc Morningstar Inc. Legal Entity
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accounting Associate to support our Americas operations. In this role, you’ll focus on accounting-related activities rather than invoice and payment processing. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regional tax regulations, supplier management, and compliance requirements, and will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency through automation initiatives and process enhancements.
What You’ll Do:
Invoice & Payment Support:
- Expedite sensitive or urgent invoices and payments in coordination with internal teams.
- Assist with resolving payment rejections and related inquiries.
- Perform supplier maintenance activities including onboarding and updates.
- Review and validate W-8 and W-9 tax forms for compliance.
- Apply appropriate use and lease tax codes for U.S. invoices.
- Prepare monthly sales tax reports for various provinces in Canada.
- Support U.S. 1099 preparation and year-end reporting.
- Track and report U.S. Unclaimed Property in accordance with state regulations.
- Administer the Concur employee reimbursement system, including troubleshooting and user support.
- Manage the American Express Corporate Card Program for Travel & Expense cards, including applications, reconciliation and policy compliance.
- Prepare and post journal entries related to accounts payable activities.
- Prepare a weekly payment forecast for U.S. and Canadian operations.
- Conduct SOX compliance reviews and support internal and external audits.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform ad hoc accounting and reporting tasks as needed.
- 2 years of experience in accounts payable or accounting role.
- Familiarity with US and Canada non-income tax regulations and reporting requirements.
- Experience with Concur, Coupa, Oracle, or similar ERP systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with SOX compliance and audit support.
- Knowledge of U.S. Unclaimed Property laws and 1099 reporting.
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide-range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
- Financial Health
- 75% 401k match up to 7%
- Stock Ownership Potential
- Company provided life insurance - 1x salary commission
- Physical Health
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
- Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
- Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
- Emotional Health
- Trust-Based Time Off
- 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
- 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
- Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
- Annual Education Stipend
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Social Health
- Charitable Matching Gifts program
- Dollars for Doers volunteer program
- Paid volunteering days
- 15 Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
$74,325.00 - 126,350.00 USD Annual
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
001_MstarInc Morningstar Inc. Legal Entity
Salary : $300 - $600