What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Accountant position at Vaco by Highspring?
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to assist with the full-cycle AP process, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and proper financial reporting. This role plays a key part in month-end close, including invoice allocation, accruals, and reconciliation, making it ideal for a professional who understands the broader impact of AP on financial statements.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Invoice Review & Allocation - Review incoming invoices for accuracy and proper coding, ensuring they are allocated to the correct cost centers, departments, or entities.
- Invoice Processing & Payment Runs - Process high-volume invoices in accordance with company policies, ensuring approvals are obtained before entry. Assist in bi-monthly payment runs and resolve any payment discrepancies.
- Month-End Accruals & Reporting - Monitor outstanding invoices and approvals to determine accrual needs, ensuring accurate month-end financials. Assist with reporting and reconciliations as needed.
- Vendor Management & Reconciliation - Maintain vendor records, respond to inquiries, and reconcile AP accounts to ensure accurate and timely payments.
- Process Improvement & Compliance - Identify opportunities to enhance AP workflows while ensuring adherence to internal controls and financial policies.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required.
- 3 years of accounts payable experience in a corporate or multi-entity environment.
- Open to GL Accountants with strong AP experience or candidates with multi-entity AP backgrounds.
- Public accounting experience preferred, particularly in audit or outsourced accounting with AP exposure.
- Familiarity with month-end accruals, invoice processing, and payment cycles.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills to collaborate across departments.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000
