Greater Louisville Inc is hiring: Accounting Specialist in Louisville

Overview

Have you ever wanted to do something that makes your community a better place to live, work, and play? Would you like to collaborate with and meet some of Louisville's top CEOs and business leaders? Well, now you can! Come work at GLI!

GLI, the Metro Chamber of Commerce, recognized by Louisville Business First as a Best Place to Work, is hiring an Accounting Specialist and we're looking for the right fit. GLI hires based on skills, experience, and alignment with its organizational values. We look for people who are dedicated, inclusive, results oriented, and collaborative to drive our mission and enrich our organizational culture.

Our top-notch initiatives and programming made us Chamber of the Year in 2019. Whether it's through supporting and promoting our local businesses, advocating for a business-friendly environment, hosting great events, expanding the region through business attraction, or solving critical talent problems, by joining the GLI team you can help grow our regional economy.

Plus, you\'ll have the chance to work with driven and creative professionals in a collaborative culture. GLI has a flexible hybrid working arrangement along with competitive pay and benefits.

Greater Louisville Inc. - the Metro Chamber of Commerce is focused on growing the regional economy. As the region\'s largest convener of business leadership, GLI leads economic and global outreach strategies focused on business attraction; nurtures the entrepreneurial eco-system; and champions the development of the community\'s talent base. As the voice of Greater Louisville\'s business community, GLI advocates for a pro-business environment and facilitates businesses engagement on issues that impact regional competitiveness.

Here are just a few of the many comments from employees:

• "GLI is the pulse of the community and helps my community grow. I like being a part of an organization that helps bring change, awareness, and business success."
• "People are treated fairly and with respect. [Our] ideas are listened to and given due consideration. The leadership cares about employees and their well-being. There is also a clear sense of giving back to the community."
• "I enjoy working with my team and I enjoy what we do. I feel like I am making a difference in my work. GLI makes their employees feel appreciated and a vital part of the team."

For more information, visit www.greaterlouisville.com/.

GENERAL SUMMARY

This position manages the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payments and proper recordkeeping within GLI\'s systems. The role also supports various finance and operational functions, provides backup to key finance team members, and collaborates cross-functionally to support organizational needs. The position serves under general supervision and may exercise partial leadership over clerical staff engaged in processing accounting transactions. Works independently, subject to management review and audit, as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

Accounts Payable & Expense Management

• Lead and manage the full accounts payable process, including invoice processing, ACH/check/credit card payments, and corporate card reconciliation.
• Maintain organized records of invoices and payments in the electronic filing system.
• Prepare month-end AP entries and ensure timely account reconciliations (liabilities, credit cards).
• Serve as primary contact for Concur expense reimbursements: onboard new users, monitor usage, and deactivate former employees.

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Create and manage monthly Cascade financial reports; assist with quarterly reporting setup.
• Prepare financial statements, variance reports, and other financial documents as needed.
• Provide monthly reporting to the Investment Team

Vendor & Database Management

• Maintain vendor records in Business Central; collect W-9s and manage 1099 filings per IRS guidelines.
• Set up and maintain vendor ACH details for payment processing.

Cross-Functional Support

• Review event contracts and coordinate with Controller on key details.
• Assist the Events Team with payment processing and inquiries.
• Support Investment Team with invoicing collections and documentation updates.

Administrative & Departmental Support

• Take Finance Committee meeting minutes as needed.
• Serve as backup to the Manager of Accounting and Financial Analysis and the Controller, including payroll support.
• Process monthly billing statements and employee premium tracking.
• Handle AMEX credit card applications for new team members per leadership approval.
• Provide front desk support on in-office days.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates degree in accounting. Two (2) years or more of experience in accounting. A combination of education and experience may be substituted when proficiency is demonstrated.

SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Strong accounting and analytical skills
• Understands financial statements and budgets
• Strong organizational and attention to detail abilities and skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborates effectively with employees at all levels with courtesy and respect
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with efficiency and organization
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite of Products with proficiency in MS Excel
• Willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities and flexibility with job scope

Experience with the following types of software and/or Windows based applications is preferred: Microsoft Business Central, Microsoft Office applications, Concur Expense Reporting, & Cascade.

The incumbent will be required to pass a background check in accordance with our hiring practices and must be able to maintain the confidentiality of any information s/he encounters.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to those who are able to perform the essential duties of the job.

GLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.