Posted 2w ago

Lead - Accounts Payable Compliance

@ Oncourse Home Solutions
Naperville, Illinois, United States
$25-$40/hrHybridFull Time
Responsibilities:managing unclaimed property filings, maintaining vendor master data, supporting 1099 filings
Requirements Summary:6+ years in accounts payable, vendor master data, unclaimed property, 1099 processing, Excel, and internal controls; strong cross-functional collaboration and communication.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Excel, ERP systems, Vendor master data management, Brex onboarding, Microsoft Office
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Who We Are 

Oncourse Home Solutions, also operated as American Water Resources, is a trusted home protection provider helping homeowners across the country protect what matters most. We are a $500 million organization backed by private equity firm Apax Partners, serving 2 million customers across 43 states. We partner with 25+ utilities and municipalities (and growing!) to provide customized solutions tailored to any community - delivering real value where people live.  We help homeowners protect the essential systems that keep their homes running - from HVAC, appliances, and electrical to water, sewer, gas lines, and more - so they can avoid the stress and financial impact of unexpected repairs. Our work helps homeowners stay safe, comfortable, and confident in their homes every day. 

At Oncourse, our people are what makes that possible. We call ourselves SUPERs - Successful, United, Progressive, Empathetic, and Reliable - because that’s how we show up for our customers and for each other. We invest in our employees through competitive benefits, an inclusive culture, and employee-led resource groups that strengthen connection, community, and belonging across the company. 

As an equal opportunity employer, our employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, parental status, mental or physical disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Oncourse Home Solutions is committed to recruiting and retaining talented applicants and to providing all employees with a workplace free from discrimination and/or harassment.  

 

Position Summary

This position is a key member of the Accounts Payable team, responsible for supporting unclaimed property filings, vendor maintenance, corporate card program, and expense policy compliance. The Lead collaborates closely with Accounting, Procurement, and Legal to maintain strong internal controls, mitigate risk, and driver operational efficiency. 

Located at our office in Naperville, our office environment is a key driver of our company culture and employee experience, so a regular in-office hybrid model (T-TH in office and M & F remote) is required. 

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

  • Prepare and submit annual unclaimed property reports to applicable states, ensuring accuracy and timely filing. 
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for creating and maintaining vendor information in the enterprise resource planning vendor master, including the collection and verification of vendor documents such as tax forms and banking details. 
  • Support 1099 filing to the IRS, reviewing vendor payment data to ensure completeness and accuracy before forms are generated. 
  • Serve as a backup for bi‑weekly payment runs across payment types and validate the payment file for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals prior to final submission. 
  • Serve as a backup for creating and maintaining direct deposit (ACH) payment information for daily customer reimbursements. 
  • Oversee the day‑to‑day administration of the company’s corporate purchasing card (P‑Card) program, ensuring adherence to policy, compliance standards, and internal controls. 
  • Provide Brex system onboarding training for new credit card holders/employees and refresher training for existing users on card usage, receipts, reconciliation, and system submission processes. 
  • Recommend policy updates based on audit findings, usage trends, compliance risk, or changes in business needs. 
  • Identify opportunities to automate manual steps in reconciliation, reporting, or auditing 
  • Assist with monthly close & audit functions as required. 
  • Ad HOC and other AP related projects and other duties as assigned. 

 

We're Excited if this is You!

Experience and Qualifications of the Role:

  • 6+ years related/relevant professional work experience. 
  • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies and drive corrective action. 
  • Experience with vendor master data, Travel & Entertainment audit processes, and procurement systems. 
  • Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional partners. 
  • Ability to enter data accurately and good mathematical skills are essential. 
  • Experience in Microsoft Excel, including being able to create, format and manage spreadsheets required. 
  • Must be organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks with precision and thoroughness. 
  • Demonstrate excellent customer service skills. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on initiative, knowledge sharing, team building and decision making. 

 

Computer Skills Needed to Perform the Job:

  • Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook).  
  • Able to learn and maneuver different software systems used to perform daily tasks.  

 

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
  • Associate’s Degree preferred (or equivalent experience). 

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:   

  • N/A

 

We offer a compelling total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary and comprehensive benefits to support your total wellbeing.  The base pay range for this position is $25.09 - $39.90 USD Hourly. The specific pay offered will depend on qualifications, experience, education and skill set. The compensation offered may also include an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive plan or commission target.  

Our benefits include, but are not limited to, healthcare, life insurance, paid time off, retirement, commuter benefits, and education reimbursement. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

 

Join our SUPER Team and Enjoy Amazing Benefits!

  • Competitive Compensation: We value your hard work and are proud of our competitive pay for performance philosophy.
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, plus paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) Plan with 4% Company Match: Secure your future with our robust retirement plan.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and relax.
  • Education Assistance Program: Invest in your growth and development with our support.
  • FSA/HSA Options: Flexible spending and health savings accounts to manage your transportation and dependent care expenses.
  • Employee Wellness: Access to EAP, health, legal, and financial resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Vibrant Company Culture: Monthly Townhalls, employee recognition programs, and Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs) to keep you engaged and connected.


Competencies:

Communicate Effectively: Can clearly and succinctly communicate verbally and in writing in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect. 

Functional / Technical Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment 

Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn't misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. 

Learning on the Fly: Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything 

Accuracy: The ability to perform work tasks with precision and correctness, minimizing errors and producing reliable results. Strong attention to detail, consistency in output, thorough checking and verification of work, and precise adherence to established procedures. 

Drive For Result: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. 

Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard; is action oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes more opportunities than others.