Administrative Accounts Payable Clerk Jobs in New York, NY

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for efficiently managing the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions. This role reports directly to the Accounts Payable Director with a dotted line to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• Match, batch, and code invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Perform data entry and maintain financial records
• Review purchase orders and verify accuracy with vendors
• Negotiate discounts and payment terms with vendors
• Analyze and review employee expense reports for compliance
• Prepare for sub-ledger close, including journal entries, accruals, amortizations, and reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to resolve discrepancies

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of accounts payable experience
• Experience with purchase orders
• Strong understanding of general accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.