Accounts Payable Associate

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$30.00/hr - $40.00/hr

The Atlantic Group has partnered with an investment management firm in the Greenwich, CT area. They have an immediate need for an Accounts Payable Associate to join their team. This position is a full-time contract role with opportunity to become permanent based on performance.

Job Title: Accounts Payable

Work Schedule: 4 days a week in office, 1 day work from home.

Position Overview: This person will be responsible for managing all aspects of the accounts payable function within our corporate finance department. This individual will ensure that invoices and expenses are processed accurately and efficiently, while maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. They will play a key role in optimizing processes, enhancing controls, and contributing to the success of our finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

-Invoice Processing:
Receive, review, and process invoices in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure appropriate approvals and coding are obtained for all invoices.

-Vendor Management:
Maintain vendor records, including contact information, payment terms, and tax documentation. Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to resolve issues and ensure timely payments.

-Expense Reporting:
Process employee expense reports, verifying compliance with company policies and reconciling expenses with receipts and approvals.

-Payments Processing:
Prepare and process payments via various methods, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers. Ensure payments are properly authorized and in compliance with internal controls.

-Month-End Close:
Assist with month-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger, preparing accruals, and generating reports. Assist with 1099 prep at year-end. Every quarter reach out to vendors for quarterly reconciliation.

-Compliance and Reporting:
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, including tax regulations and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls. Prepare reports and provide documentation for internal and external audits.

-Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance controls within the accounts payable function. Implement best practices and automation where applicable.

-Training and Support:
Provide training and support to staff on accounts payable processes, systems, and best practices.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with other departments, such as procurement, treasury, and accounting, to resolve issues and improve processes related to accounts payable.

Qualifications:

-Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

-2+ years of experience in accounts payable or related financial role, preferably in a corporate environment.

-Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.

-Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (We use in-house accounting software).

-Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

-Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

-Knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean Six Sigma) is a plus.

Note:
Qualified candidates will be contacted within 3 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, we will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Contract

• Job function
  
  Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries Investment Management

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