Accounts Payable Associate - Accounts Payable

The Granite YMCA • Manchester, NH

2d • $24 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Accounts Payable Manager, this position is responsible for timely processing of expenses and payments; will need to match vendor invoices to electronic purchase orders and confirm accurate posting to the general ledger; responds to inquiries from staff and vendors; supports Manager with vendor relationships and helps maintain auditable records. Responsible for organizing AP vendor files and storage.

Requirements

• 3+ years of AP experience and an associate degree in accounting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, SharePoint, and enterprise accounting systems.
• Must have a strong work ethic, be dependable and credit worthy.
• Plan and organize workload, meet schedules and deadlines and be detailed oriented;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff and the general public;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers;
• Work independently with little direction in a very dynamic and fast paced high volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness;
• Maintain confidentiality in daily operations and conduct the responsibilities of this position in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate completion of the AP cycle, including month end closing process, included but not limited to:
• Reconcile vendor statements;
• Review expenses for reasonableness;
• Verify purchase approvals;
• Run reports for vendor payments and have approved by AP Manager;
• Match invoices to checks, obtain required signatures and distribute checks;
• Maintain related hardcopy and digital files in accordance with the Y’s policies;
• Assist with maintaining the RAMP credit card system.
• Focus on efficiencies and effectiveness of processes.
• Develop positive vendor and staff relationships, supporting all related inquiries
• Cover for AP Manager in their absence.
• 1099 management and issuance.
• Perform AP support function assisting branch/program managers.
• Provide operational cash reconciliation support with the clearing of checks, etc.
• Prepare account reconciliations for assigned balance sheet and income statement accounts.
• Perform analysis and prepare journal entries and once approved by the AP Manager, record correcting transactions.
• Perform work on special projects as assigned, take ownership of the projects from collecting the data necessary through the completion of the reports with complete audit trails and documentation.
• Use effective, positive interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

• Generous paid vacation time - beginning with 4 weeks of paid time off (additional time accruing with tenure), plus 6 Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition discounts to some NH and online schools
• Free YMCA Family Membership
• 50% discount on Early Childcare, School Age Childcare, and Summer Camp services
• Discounts on Programs for yourself & family members
• After qualifying, 8% employer contribution to Y Retirement Fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree