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Accounts Payable Specialist
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$49,406 / year median in New York
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Accounts Payable Specialist at Robert Half Accounts Payable Specialist at Robert Half in Maspeth, New York Posted in 4 days ago.
Type:
full-time Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of accounts payable experience , a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business , and be fluent in both English and Spanish . This role is responsible for processing invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the overall accounting function. Key Responsibilitie sProcess high-volume invoices accurately and efficiently .Review, verify, and reconcile invoices and purchase orders .Ensure proper approvals and coding of invoices in accordance with company policies .Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers .Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner .Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies .Assist with month-end closing activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations .Monitor aging reports and ensure all payments are made within established terms .Collaborate with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues .Support audits by providing documentation and account analyses .Maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls .Communicate with Spanish-speaking vendors and stakeholders regarding invoices, payments, and account inquiries Qualificatio nsBachelor's degree i n Accounting, Finance, Business Administrati on, or a related fiel d.
Minimum o f 3 years of Accounts Payable experien c e.
Bilingual i n English and Spani sh (written and verbal) require d.
Strong understanding of AP processes, invoice matching, and vendor managemen t.
Experience processing high-volume transactions in a fast-paced environmen t.
Proficiency with accounting systems/ERP platforms and Microsoft Exce l.
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detai l.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadline s.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skill s.