Accounting Associate

Manning Personnel Group, Inc. is working with a Real Estate firm as they are actively seeking an Accounting Associate. The Accounting Associate is responsible for the daily processing of invoices and payables in a timely and accurate manner. Reporting to the AP Manager, the Associate will perform ongoing vendor maintenance, routine reconciliations, and will also oversee the coding and recording of the corporate credit card program.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Utilizing the firm's automated AP program:
• Obtain and organize appropriate invoice authorizations, coding, and approvals for payment.
• Review and verify the accuracy of invoice information to ensure the validity and matching of transactions.
• Prepare check registers and payment files on a weekly basis.
• Research and reconcile invoice discrepancies and problems. Perform journal entries to correct discrepancies when necessary.
• Participate in corporate card reconciliations: ensure proper coding to the GL, follow up on tardy expense reports, process requests for new cards, and act as primary person for basic troubleshooting.
• Support the integrity of the Accounts Payable sub-ledger including, but not limited to, an updated and accurate vendor database complete with Form W9’s for each vendor.
• Build relationships with vendors and internal constituencies to ensure compliance with School policies and invoice due dates.
• Process 1099’s on an annual basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with focus in accounting or business preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and working with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Must be well organized with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.