Staff Accountant / AP Position Available In Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced AP Accountant to join our financeteam. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, andcapable of managing high-volume invoice processing with accuracyand efficiency. This is a great opportunity to contribute to acollaborative accounting department and ensure smooth vendorrelationships and timely payments.

Key Responsibilities:

InvoiceProcessing:

Review and verify invoices to ensure accuracy andalignment with purchase orders, receipts, and contracts beforeprocessing payments.

Data Entry:

Accurately enter invoice data intothe accounting system, ensuring all entries are properly coded andrecorded.

Vendor Payments:

Schedule and process vendor paymentstwice a week, ensuring payments are made within agreed-upon termsto maintain strong supplier relationships.

Discrepancy Resolution:

Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between invoices,purchase orders, and payments.

Vendor Communication:

Serve as theprimary point of contact for vendors regarding billing, payments,and account reconciliation.

Month-End Closing:

Assist withmonth-end and year-end closing activities, including reconcilingaccounts payable transactions.

Account Allocations:

Recordallocations, prepaid expenses, and deferred expenses in theappropriate recognition accounts.

Qualifications:

Previousexperience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role. Strongattention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency with accountingsoftware and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication andproblem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and meetdeadlines. INJUN2025