Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

The Accounts Payable Assistant is responsible for the review and processing of invoices in a timely and accurate manner. Responsible for day-to-day financial transactions including invoice and expense processing, data reconciliations, and various other transactional issues.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
• Process invoices and expenses for payment
• Respond to vendor payment inquiries
• Research account discrepancies
• Assist accounting team with annual audit preparation
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends relative to the A/P function
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills/Abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good analytical skills required
• Accurate with high volume data entry
• Ability to analyze and process Excel spreadsheets
• Attention to detail

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

Experience
1 - 3 years experience in accounts payable or related role

Additional Job Description:

This is a hybrid role and will require you to be in the office 1 day per week. Experience preferred with Unanet.

Applicants selected for this position may be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Draper is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.