Staff Accountant / AP

Location: Stamford
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced AP Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing high-volume invoice processing with accuracy and efficiency. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a collaborative accounting department and ensure smooth vendor relationships and timely payments. Key Responsibilities: Invoice Processing: Review and verify invoices to ensure accuracy and alignment with purchase orders, receipts, and contracts before processing payments. Data Entry: Accurately enter invoice data into the accounting system, ensuring all entries are properly coded and recorded. Vendor Payments: Schedule and process vendor payments twice a week, ensuring payments are made within agreed-upon terms to maintain strong supplier relationships. Discrepancy Resolution: Investigate and resolve any discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and payments. Vendor Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors regarding billing, payments, and account reconciliation. Month-End Closing: Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts payable transactions. Account Allocations: Record allocations, prepaid expenses, and deferred expenses in the appropriate recognition accounts. Qualifications: Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar accounting role. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. INJUN2025

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