Accounts Payable Accountant

Job description

An Accounts Payable (AP) job involves processing vendor invoices, ensuring accurate coding and authorization, scheduling timely payments (checks, ACH, wires), and reconciling accounts to manage company expenses, maintain vendor relationships, and support financial reporting and compliance. Key tasks include matching invoices to POs, entering data into accounting software, resolving discrepancies, and assisting with audits.

Key Responsibilities

Payment Management: Prepare and schedule payments, ensuring timely disbursement and avoiding late fees.

Account Reconciliation

Reconcile vendor statements and bank accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Records Keeping

Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for all payable transactions.

Vendor Communication

Respond to vendor inquiries and build strong relationships.

Compliance and Reporting

Ensure adherence to internal controls and assist with month-end closing and audits.

Invoice Processing

Receive, verify, and code vendor invoices, matching them to purchase orders and receipts.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance General knowledge of accounting principles - required Minimum 1 years of related professional experience in Accounting / Finance – required (if this experience is within an SSC environment it is an advantage) Experience in financial systems (knowledge of Oracle E Business Suite is nice to have)