Part-Time Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

Part-Time Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist - Biotech - Boston, MA

We are seeking candidates for a Part-Time Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist position to join a leading biotech organization located in Boston, MA. This position will be a part of the Finance Department and will be responsible for managing financial transactions related to vendor payments and assisting with financial close processes. The ideal candidate will have 4 years of accounting experience within professional services. 

This is a 8 month contract position that will pay $40-45/hr (depending on experience) within a 20-24 per hour workweek. This position is required to be onsite 1-2 days per week in their Boston office. 

Responsibilities:

• Review and verify vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  
   

• Obtain required approvals and match invoices to corresponding purchase orders and receivers.
  
   

• Enter invoice data into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner.

• Generate and analyze AP aging reports to monitor outstanding balances.
  
   

• Prepare and process vendor payments, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
  
   

• Reconcile vendor statements and communicate with vendors to resolve discrepancies and answer inquiries.

• Process bi-weekly payroll through Paychex, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations.

• Assist with month-end close activities, including cash reconciliations.
  
   

• Prepare and post journal entries.
  
   

• Review employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company policies.

• Assist with audits and preparation/filing of 1099s.
  
   

• Support tax filing and regulatory compliance reporting as needed.
  
   

• Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation.
  
   

• Assist with expense reporting and vendor management.
  
   

• Perform general office duties such as opening, sorting, and scanning mail and invoices.

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
  
   

• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  
   

• Demonstrated strong work ethic and reliability.
  
   

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  
   

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  
   

• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal information.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Olivia at ociviello@daleyaa.com.