Job Description
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic finance team in the heart of Philadelphia. In this immediate hire role, you will be responsible for managing the complete accounts payable lifecycle, ensuring vendor payments are processed accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in financial data entry and a passion for process improvement, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Invoice Processing: Accurately receive, code, and enter high-volume invoices into the ERP system (SAP/NetSuite) within agreed-upon SLAs.
- Vendor Management: Serve as the primary liaison for vendor inquiries regarding billing statements, payment discrepancies, and status updates.
- Reconciliation: Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of accounts payable ledgers, expense reports, and credit memos.
- Month-End Close: Assist the finance department with month-end close activities, including accruals, adjustments, and variance analysis.
- Policy Compliance: Ensure all financial transactions adhere to company policies and internal control procedures.
Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in Accounts Payable or General Ledger accounting.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Conditional Formatting) and experience with accounting software.
- Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Attention to Detail: Demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy while managing high volumes of data entry.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders.