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)