Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in New York City. This immediate hire opportunity offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with industry leaders. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to optimize our payment processes and ensure financial accuracy. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and 2 remote days. Apply now to start your career growth journey with a top-tier financial services firm.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processing including invoice verification, coding, and payment scheduling
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within 48 hours
- Implement process improvements using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
- Collaborate with auditors during quarterly compliance reviews
- Lead month-end closing activities for AP sub-ledger
- Maintain accurate vendor master data and payment terms
- Analyze aging reports and implement early payment discount strategies
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience in a corporate environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- SAP or Oracle ERP system certification required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Experience with multi-state tax compliance and 1099 processing
- Proven ability to manage high-volume transaction processing (1000+ invoices monthly)
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) designation preferred
- Excellent communication skills for vendor negotiations