Temp Accounts Payable Assistant- Bridgewater, NJ

Our client, a fashion brand, is seeking a Accounts Payable Assistant to join the team on a temporary basis!

• Review invoices processed by Accounts Payable Associates to ensure accuracy, policy compliance, and proper documentation
• Research, prepare, and input a high volume of invoices into SAP with strong attention to detail
• Process legal-related invoices, including invoices in foreign currencies
• Complete assigned invoice uploads using SAP upload templates and verify accuracy of submissions
• Support processing of retail fixed asset invoices
• Process Ariba manual purchase order (PO) and non-PO requests
• Serve as a point of contact for internal business partners and external vendors regarding invoice inquiries submitted through Ariba
• Verify new vendor setup requests and vendor account changes to ensure compliance and accuracy
• Assist with check handling, including special mailing requests and stop payment processing
• Research invoice discrepancies, reconcile vendor statements, and resolve outstanding issues in a timely manner
• Assist in resolving items related to monthly debit balance reporting
• Manage Accounts Payable mailbox inquiries and respond promptly to email and phone requests
• Provide support on additional Accounts Payable projects and assignments as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant accounting or finance experience; retail experience a plus.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Familiarity with retail POS systems is a plus.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and experience with preparing and booking journal entries.
• Proven reconciliation experience preferred.