Temporary AP/AR Associate

KHAITE•New York, NY

11h•$27 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Temporary AP/AR Associate (Maternity Leave Coverage) to join the KHAITE team. This role will report to the Finance Manager and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices. This role will support the Accounting team during a maternity leave, and will oversee day-to-day accounts payable operations while also supporting accounts receivable functions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growing luxury environment and can ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strong cross-functional communication across the organization.

Requirements

Strong organization and analytical skills
Ability to work independently
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
Proven ability to multitask and prioritize
4+ years of experience in an Accounts Receivable/Finance Associate or similar accounting role, with experience in wholesale a plus
Proficiency in Excel
Proficiency in accounting systems and AP automation tools

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of RLM is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance a plus

Responsibilities

Own the full accounts payable cycle – from invoice intake and coding through approvals and payment execution
Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments
Maintain AP records and documentation in compliance with internal controls
Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger
Support month-end close procedures related to payables
Prepare weekly AP aging and cash disbursement reporting
Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice discrepancies
Oversee employee expense reimbursements and credit card reconciliations
Coordinate the Accounts Receivable functions including billing, collections and bad debts reserve analysis
Support invoicing for wholesale, ecommerce, and other revenue streams
Monitor AR aging and follow up on outstanding balances
Apply customer payments and reconcile AR subledger to the general ledger
Partner with Sales and Operations to resolve chargebacks and discrepancies
Assist with revenue reporting and month-end AR close procedures
Keep records, invoices and bookkeeping records.
Investigate payments that are unidentified.
Investigate payments that are lost or anything that doesn’t go through correctly at the point of sale
Various ad hoc analyses in support of key business decisions working with the Finance team