Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description Summary:

We are looking for a positive, motivated, organized and skilled Accounts Payable Clerk who will be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The candidate will also reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances and charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries, verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions. Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted Verify discrepancies and resolve clients billing issues Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status Job Qualifications: Work experience as accounts payable clerk (or accounts receivable clerk) required Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles Proven ability to calculate post and manage accounting figures and financial records Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software Proficiency in English and in MS Office Customer service orientation and negotiation skills High degree of accuracy and attention to detail BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration highly preferred