Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical accounting, journal entries, and financial software.
Duties:
This role will be a Contract to Hire with one of the largest Financial Institutions.
Act as liaison between Accounts Payable and internal/external parties, including suppliers
- Participate in department tasks such as disbursing wires, ACH, and checks
- Reconcile outstanding checks
- Scan, manually enter, and import invoices into Oracle Cloud for processing
- Analyze invoices for payment terms, early pay discounts, and contracted rate accuracy.
- Maintain accurate and complete records regarding payments to suppliers and employees
- Screen, validate, and enter new suppliers into Oracle Cloud
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
- Assist AP Manager with compiling, analyzing and reporting financial information to senior management as needed
- Assist with month end closing activities
- Participate in 1099 annual reporting process
- 2-5 years in an Accounts Payable Specialist role
- Strong customer service skills
- Ability to multitask and drive tasks through to completion
- Quality writing and communication skills
- Ability to complete daily tasks while being an active participant in department projects
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel (PowerPoint & Visio a plus)
- Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Perform day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts payable data
- Prepare bills, invoices, and bank deposits
- Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
- Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable
- Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues
Skills:
- The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:
- APS Certification
- Strong understanding of accounting principles
- Ability to handle payroll tasks
- Experience with general ledger reconciliation
- Knowledge of debits and credits in accounting
This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where attention to detail is crucial. If you have a passion for numbers and enjoy working with financial data, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
Physical setting:
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Differential pay
Ability to Commute:
- New York, NY 10020 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New York, NY 10020: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person