Senior Accounts Payable Associate

Location: Deerfield, IL | Hybrid
Department: Corporate Services

Overview

At Alera Group, our corporate teams play a critical role in supporting the success of colleagues and clients across the country. From Human Resources and Finance to Technology, Legal, Marketing, and Operations, these professionals ensure our organization runs efficiently while enabling our teams to deliver exceptional service.

About Alera Group

Founded in 2017, Alera Group has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With offices nationwide, our collaborative approach allows us to deliver national strength with local service.

We are always looking to connect with talented professionals who want to contribute to a collaborative, high-growth environment and help drive strategic initiatives across a national organization.

Why Join Alera Group

• Make an impact across the organization – Support colleagues and leaders who serve clients nationwide.

• Be part of a collaborative culture – Work with talented professionals across regions and business lines.

• Grow your career – Access development opportunities and resources that support long-term career growth.

What You’ll Do

• Support the day-to-day success of the Accounts Payable function through accurate account reconciliations, AP aging review, and timely issue resolution
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Provide back-up support for payment processing activities, including in-office check printing as needed
• Assist with daily dashboards, aging reports, and other reporting that drive visibility and operational efficiency
• Maintain vendor records and support W-9 administration and 1099 reporting requirements
• Support timely payment processing in alignment with established schedules
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Document Accounts Payable policies and procedures while supporting continuous improvement initiatives
• Partner with the Accounts Payable team on departmental projects and cross-functional efforts that enhance processes and service delivery
• Provide back-up support for daily dashboard and aging reports
• Support escheatment activities and other compliance-related responsibilities
• Bring a collaborative, service-minded approach while helping maintain efficient and accurate Accounts Payable operations across a growing national organization

What You Bring

• 5+ years of high-volume Accounts Payable experience, including Workday invoice expertise
• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes, financial chart of accounts, W9 familiarity and 1099 reporting
• Skilled in problem-solving, issue escalation, and handling confidential information
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word); experience with Workday, Concur, Zendesk and NetSuite preferred
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable, growth-oriented, and eager to learn new skills

Compensation:
Salary range: $70,000 – $75,000 per year
Eligible for performance-based bonus: Yes

Benefits:
Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.

Work Model:
This role is Hybrid

Central Time Zone - Deerfield, IL office monthly

Professional Development – Alera Group Academy

At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.

You’ll have access to:

• Role-specific learning paths

• Leadership development programs

• Technical and compliance training

• Industry certifications and continuing education support

• Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities

Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.

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