Accounts Payable Associate

Description

Assists the accounts payable team with more complex tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. Performs activities under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Processes invoice administration and set up for payment. Prepares and processes accounts payable checks, wire transfers and payments. Answers all vendor inquiries and reconciles more complex vendor statements. Prepares analysis of accounts. Resolves more complex invoice discrepancies. Conducts root cause analysis of accounts payable processing errors and suggests process improvements. Supports month end closing. Participates in and/or leads projects related to Accounts Payable improvement. Performs other duties as assigned.

In-depth knowledge of Accounts Payable processes (end-to-end)

• Hands-on experience with invoice processing, payments, and reconciliation, month end close and supplier query management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven expertise in month-end close and transitioning AP processes.
• Experience in working within ERP platforms Oracle, STARS, Basware (preferred).
• Sound knowledge of MS- Office

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or equivalent (master’s preferred)

Experience: