Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

Volunteers of American Greater New York•New York, NY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Staff Accountant–Accounts Payable is responsible for reviewing and validating entries in the accounts payable system in a timely manner and processing payments. This position provides excellent customer service to vendors, employees, and others in response to inquiries related to accounts payable.

Requirements

Associate's degree in accounting or related field with one year of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform duties with a high level of accuracy in a fast-paced environment is required.
This employee must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work as a member of a team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Business Central.

Responsibilities

Review and validate accounts payable entries in Microsoft Business Central.
Ensure invoices are accurately entered and supported for payment, and post invoices.
Monitor accounts payable entries to ensure payments are made timely and accurately.
Reconcile purchase orders to invoices.
Validate goods and services are received for invoice posting and payment to vendors.
Handle vendor and employee inquiries, including researching and resolving accounts payable issues.
Coordinate and prepare check runs based on invoice due dates and payment priorities, and post payment batches.
Reconcile vendor statements, including researching and resolving discrepancies.
Provide support on accounts payable initiatives and projects, and perform other related duties as required.