Accounts Payable & T&E Consultant

Linedata • Stamford, CT

13h • $48 - $58 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable & T&E Consultant will support accounts payable, expense administration, reconciliations, and related finance processes for an established global investment management firm. This is a 12-month independent contractor engagement. The consultant will work with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support timely processing, accurate financial records, and effective controls in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position is based in Stamford, Connecticut, with a hybrid arrangement requiring two days per week in the office. Compensation is $48–$58 per hour. This is an independent contractor (1099) engagement, not a W-2 employment position.

Requirements

• Experience in accounts payable, expense administration, or related finance operations.
• Strong reconciliation skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience managing shared finance inboxes and responding to internal and external inquiries.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and handle confidential financial information.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within investment management, hedge funds, or financial services.
• Familiarity with Workday and SAP Concur.
• Experience supporting month-end close, audit preparation, and financial process improvements.
• Understanding of financial controls and expense management best practices.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices, ensuring appropriate documentation, approvals, and expense allocations.
• Administer employee travel and expense submissions in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Manage shared accounts payable and T&E inboxes, respond to inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on outstanding requests.
• Provide timely, professional support to internal stakeholders and external vendors regarding invoices, expenses, and payment inquiries.
• Perform corporate credit card and accounts payable reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Support payment preparation, month-end close activities, and internal and external audit requests.
• Identify and escalate exceptions involving invoice processing, expense allocations, and applicable tax treatment.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting financial documentation.
• Assist in documenting and improving standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and strengthen financial controls.

What This Job Offers

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