Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This long-term contract position offers the opportunity to manage key financial processes and ensure smooth payment operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounts payable and a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

- Process accounts payable transactions, including coding invoices and managing payment runs.

- Ensure timely approval of payments and resolve any discrepancies that arise during processing.

- Handle travel and expense (T&

E) reporting and ensure compliance with company policies.

- Code and reconcile cash transactions accurately to maintain financial integrity.

- Prepare and review expense reports to ensure proper documentation and adherence to guidelines.

- Conduct regular accounts payable reconciliations to ensure records are accurate and up-to-date.

- Utilize tools such as Quick Books and  to manage financial workflows efficiently.

- Perform bank transaction reconciliations to ensure alignment between records and statements.

- Assist in maintaining organized and accurate financial documentation for audits and reporting purposes.

- Collaborate with internal teams to address and resolve payment-related issues promptly. Requirements - Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a related financial role.

- Proficiency in accounts payable tasks, including invoice coding and payment processing.

- Familiarity with accounting software such as Quick Books and

- Strong ability to reconcile accounts and handle cash transactions with precision.

- Experience with expense reporting and ensuring compliance with financial policies.

- Knowledge of bank transaction processes and reconciliation practices.

- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple financial tasks.

- Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and resolve discrepancies.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company's 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays.

The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at

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