Accountant - Accounts Payable

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IMO Health is a clinical data intelligence business improving how data is used across the healthcare landscape. Combining rich, highly nuanced medical terminology, extensive domain knowledge, and artificial intelligence (AI), we expertly structure and operationalize clinical data to generate sharper insights and inform more intelligent decision-making.  

This position follows a hybrid work model, with three days onsite (Tuesday through Thursday) at our Rosemont HQ, Chicago, or Houston office.

We are seeking an Accountant to join our team. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, our ideal partner will be a self-motivated, collaborative team player with a strong background in accounts payable processes and a solid understanding of accounting.

This role will be responsible for the hands-on operation of all accounts payable processes, including vendor setup, invoice processing, vendor payments, and employee expense reimbursements.

The successful candidate must be organized, an effective problem-solver and have excellent written and oral communication skills.  Additionally, this role will work closely with internal and external partners to provide training, support and guidance to ensure compliance with policies and accurate, timely payments.

What You'll Do:

• Hands-on management of the entire accounts payable process, including owning the AP inbox and the AP-related functions in our accounting systems (Tipalti, Concur, and NetSuite)
• Onboard new vendors, obtaining appropriate documentation and assisting with any internal or external stakeholder questions
• Process vendor invoices from receipt through payment in accordance with company policies and procedures and ensuring accurate invoice coding and appropriate approvals
• Facilitate, reconcile, and report on credit card transactions
• Respond to vendor and employee questions promptly
• Review and process employee expense reports and provide regular reporting around  Concur activities and management of the Concur site to ensure compliance with company policy 
• Process wire transfers and ACH payments, preparing new wire templates and ACH setups as needed 
• Process Check Run for approval, print checks for signature, and mail 
• Maintain clear and accurate documentation of accounts payable and vendor records
• Work with the accounting team on monthly close, preparing the monthly accrued expenses required, and reconciliation of Accounts Payable 
• Administer and provide training to new employees on the use of Concur and invoice approval and related policies 
• Understand and address questions on the travel and entertainment policy, and release payments as necessary 
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation to auditors as requested
• Responsible for the annual 1099 reporting process 
• Continually identify opportunities to drive greater efficiencies and effectiveness in accounts payable and operational processes or systems

What You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CPA certification preferred
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions
• Knowledge of Concur and NetSuite; Tipalti is a plus
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with monthly close process
• Commitment to continuous process improvement and attention to detail
• Motivated self-starter with ability to take full ownership of assignments and who can effectively work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

At IMO Health, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. IMO Health is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. 

IMO Health also provides visa sponsorship opportunities. Please don't hesitate to apply if you meet all the qualifications for this position and require visa sponsorship.