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: $60,522.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Physical setting:

• Office

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