Accounts Payable Associate

Espey Manufacturing & Electronics Corp. • Saratoga Springs, NY

25d • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Embark on a new career journey as an Accounts Payable Associate, where you’ll be an integral support to our Finance Team. We are seeking a reliable and detail-focused professional to manage vendor invoices, payments, and ensure accuracy in financial transactions.

The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, a solid understanding of accounts payable processes, and thrives in a team-based environment.

You will also assist in all areas of accounting including, but not limited to:

A/P vendor payments
Debit memos for vendor returns
Sales order entry for repair orders
Internal control practices related to A/P

Requirements

• Associates Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of experience in accounting or a related field

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or financial role
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, Epicor, or other ERP systems)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP)
• Familiarity with GAAP principles
• Experience with A/P, A/R, and general ledger
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
• Accurate and fast data entry
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with ability to work independently
• Experience in financial roles in manufacturing or industrial settings

Responsibilities

• Review and verify invoices and check requests
• Sort, code, and match invoices to purchase orders or payment requests
• Enter and upload invoices into the accounting system (Epicor)
• Process debit memos for vendor repairs and enter related sales orders
• Track expenses and process expense reports
• Track, analyze, and report departmental expenses
• Prepare and execute check runs, wire transfers, and ACH payments
• Reconcile A/P transactions and resolve discrepancies
• Monitor and analyze vendor accounts and respond to inquiries
• Assist in quarter-end closing activities
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and policies
• Support audits and provide necessary documentation
• Responsible for quarterly sales and use tax filings and exemption forms
• Support other projects as needed

Benefits

• Four Day Work Week
• Flexible Onsite Schedule
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Pay Range: Estimated annualized pay $55,000–$65,000

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees