Accounts Payable Specialist

JOB FUNCTION: Finance & Accounting
JOB TYPE: Temp to Hire
LOCATION: New York, NY
COMPENSATION: $28/hr - $32/hr
REMOTE / ONSITE: Hybrid
POSTED: Apr 26, 2024

Our client is a prominent fashion company looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. They are leaders in the fashion industry, combining innovation, quality, and creativity to deliver unparalleled designs to customers worldwide.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$28/hr – $32/hr

Position Overview:

The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a pivotal role in the company’s financial operations. As an integral part of the accounting department, the Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable processes. The primary duties will include verifying, processing, and reconciling invoices. Additionally, you will collaborate with vendors, internal teams, and management to resolve discrepancies, facilitate timely payments, and maintain strong relationships. If you are a proactive individual with a passion for accuracy who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this Accounts Payable Specialist position.

Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist:

  • Responsible for the full-cycle Accounts Payable process.
  • Code and post invoices onto the financial system.
  • Processing payments to vendors.
  • Manage and reconcile petty cash on a weekly and monthly basis.
  • Investigate and resolve invoice queries with suppliers.
  • Manage biweekly payment runs and distribution of remittance advice.
  • Obtain month-end balance confirmations from intercompany suppliers.
  • Perform month-end general ledger reconciliations.

Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Specialist:

  • Knowledge of accounts payable concepts and procedures.
  • 2+ years of relevant accounting experience.
  • Proficiency with Excel and any ERP system (Concur, NetSuite, Oracle, etc.).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate and communicate with individuals.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits:

  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).
As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Position ID: 141613