Job Description
We're urgently seeking a meticulous Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic finance team in New York City. This high-impact role is critical to our operations, requiring someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and excels at financial precision. You'll be the cornerstone of our vendor payment processes, ensuring seamless financial operations while contributing to strategic initiatives. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Join a company that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous PTO. Our downtown Manhattan office boasts a collaborative culture with modern amenities and flexible work options.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within tight deadlines
- Process high-volume transactions (500+ invoices monthly) using SAP and Oracle systems
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to optimize vendor payment cycles
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX regulations
- Prepare weekly AP reports for finance leadership and audit purposes
- Implement process improvements to reduce invoice processing time by 20%
Qualifications
- 3+ years of accounts payable experience in a corporate setting
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite)
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros
- Associates degree in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor's preferred)
- Exceptional attention to detail with 99.5% invoice accuracy
- Ability to manage competing priorities in deadline-driven environments
- Experience with 3-way matching and international payment processing