Accounts Payable Specialist

At Elevation Church, we look to link arms in ministry with those who are passionate about stepping into their God-given calling. While we’re a staff from all different backgrounds and walks of life, our mission is the same - to reach people with the Gospel. We’re grounded in scripture and guided by our values, so check out our website ( www.elevationchurch.org ) to be sure you’re aligned before you step into the application process with us, particularly paying attention to our Beliefs and our Code.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Process vendor invoices with accuracy and speed, review coding for the correct ministry area and budget line
- Manage the invoice processing platform, AvidXchange - from updating the system, to invoice receipt, to approval routing, to disbursement
- Maintain vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies and answering payment questions with clarity and care
- Reconcile the accounts payable ledger monthly to ensure our books stay clean and current
- Own W-9 collection and 1099 preparation to keep us compliant year-round
- Collaborate with the Credit Card Program Administrator to provide support.
- Track and manage employee expense reimbursements against policy
- Partner with ministry leaders across campuses to keep their vendors paid on time
- Support the month-end and year-end close by delivering timely, accurate AP reports to the Finance team

MUST-HAVES

- Active participation in a church (we look for a lifestyle of inviting people to church, volunteering, generosity, and prioritizing community)
- Degree in Accounting or Finance with 2+ years of directly related experience
- Attention to detail with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- High level of organization and ability to manage multiple invoices and deadlines at once
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for vendor and internal partner interactions

NICE-TO-HAVES

- Experience working in a non-profit environment or ministry setting
- Experience with accounting platforms (e.g., Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or similar)
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills

DAY-TO-DAY

- We’re a Sunday-Thursday work environment . Monday-Thursday, we’re in the office (8:30AM - 5PM); on Sunday, we’re supporting the weekend worship experience either directly in our roles or by choosing a weekly serving opportunity at one of our Elevation Church campuses.
- There’s a lot to accomplish each week, so we’re pretty fast-paced. We’re also not afraid to pivot a strategy or project quickly to meet the needs of the weekend - adaptability is a key competence for us.
- Yes, we work hard. But we’re good at playing hard, too. We’re a creative staff, so there’s no shortage of activities around our offices to have some fun !
- You can’t help but grow on our staff. You’ll be around some incredible people. Professional development opportunities will be all around you , both in structured and unstructured ways.
- We expect you to be disciplined in your spiritual practices - be in your Bible, spend time with the Lord in prayer, meditate on and apply the weekly sermon.
- Bring your full self to every project, conversation, and initiative at hand.

BENEFITS

- Elevation Church pays 100% of every employee’s medical benefits for full-time staff
- 403b with 4% match
- Dental & Vision benefits
- Paid time off for life, vacations, and rest
- Elevation Church subsidizes 6 sessions of counseling annually
- Basic Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and child(ren)