Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Binghamton, New York. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the efficient processing of invoices and payments. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and expertise in accounting principles to support the company's operations.

Responsibilities:

- Manage the full cycle of accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate completion.

- Conduct three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receipts to verify transactions.

- Reconcile accounts during month-end close to maintain accurate financial records.

- Identify and correct coding errors to ensure proper account allocations.

- Process invoices efficiently and accurately while adhering to company policies.

- Utilize advanced Excel functionalities, such as VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to analyze financial data.

- Prepare and execute check runs and Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments.

- Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve discrepancies in accounts payable.

- Maintain organized records of all transactions and documentation for auditing purposes.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives in accounts payable procedures. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable processes and financial operations.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including the use of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.

- Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail in managing financial data.

- Solid understanding of fundamental accounting principles and practices.

- Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies in invoices and account coding.

- Familiarity with Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments and check run processes.

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting is preferred.

- Effective communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

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