Accounts Payable Associate, Third Party Payments

WEX is a finance company seeking a motivated Accounts Payable Associate to join their Third-Party Payments team. The role involves managing the payment cycle for vendors, ensuring compliance, and contributing to the modernization of financial workflows. Responsibilities Execute the end-to-end payment cycle for third-party vendors across multiple payment rails (ACH, Wire, Credit Card), ensuring total accuracy and adherence to internal controls Facilitate the secure onboarding and maintenance of third-party profiles, strictly following SOX compliance protocols and safeguarding sensitive PII and financial data Support internal and external audit cycles by providing precise documentation and ensuring all transactions align with company policies and financial standards Partner with Operations Finance teams to assist in identifying, implement, and document process improvements that optimize payment workflows and minimize payment risks Skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline Prior experience (including internships) in a corporate finance or accounting environment A fundamental grasp of the AP cycle is preferred, but a high capacity for learning complex workflows is required Advanced command of Microsoft Excel for data analysis Strong interest in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa) and a desire to leverage AI and automation tools Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to diagnose discrepancies and propose logical, data-driven solutions Refined interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to represent the Finance department professionally to third-party stakeholders Ability to maintain precision under tight deadlines and an eagerness to embrace technological advancements in the finance sector A fundamental grasp of the AP cycle Benefits Health, dental and vision insurances Retirement savings plan Paid time off Health savings account Flexible spending accounts Life insurance Disability insurance Tuition reimbursement And more Company Overview Wex is a financial technology service provider for fleet, travel and healthcare industries. It was founded in 1983, and is headquartered in Portland, Maine, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship WEX has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 22 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 12 in 2023, 20 in 2022, 14 in 2021, 18 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.