Accounts Payable Accountant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to support the Accounts Payable function by ensuring the timely and accurate processing of AP, T&E, and vendor invoices. Our client is a reputable financial services firm in NYC seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their growing team. We are ideally looking for a candidate with 5+ years of experience managing an accounts payable function. This position is onsite five days per week, and the compensation range is $80K–$100K.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing and executing the Management Company and Fund Accounting Accounts Payable processes
• Record and reconcile daily cash transactions across multiple bank accounts
• Process and record employee T&E expenses, ensuring proper coding and ledger reconciliation
• Monitor, process, and accurately post AP card expenses to appropriate GL accounts
• Record various journal entries and assist in maintaining the general ledger
• Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities
• Prepare financial reports and schedules as needed
• Assist with audit preparation and documentation requests
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies
• Maintain organized financial records and documentation
• Assist in other accounting projects which includes cross collaboration with other teams in the Finance Department and help evolving our processes
• Manage workload efficiently by organizing, prioritizing, and executing tasks in a timely and high-quality manner
• Represent the Finance team with professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence

Qualifications

• Prior AP Experience Required
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks software