Accounts Payable Specialist

Client: Non-Profit Organization Role: Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary to Permanent) Pay Rate: $33/hr - $35/hr Location: Midtown Manhattan - *Hybrid - 4 days a week onsite* Job Description: Invoice Management: Lead the end-to-end processing of vendor invoices and payment requests, ensuring all data is reviewed, verified, and accurately entered into the system. Compliance & Controls: Guarantee that all transactions feature proper coding, documentation, and executive approvals in strict alignment with internal AP policies and financial controls. Payment Execution: Facilitate seamless payment runs, prioritizing accuracy and timeliness while maintaining comprehensive supporting documentation. Financial Reporting: Assist with the preparation of AP aging reports and activity logs; support the Finance team during month-end close cycles to ensure books are balanced and reconciled. Account Reconciliation: Proactively reconcile vendor statements to identify and resolve variances, discrepancies, or missing documentation. Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all workflows remain in full compliance with IRS regulations and standard organizational procedures. Strategic Support: Assist Finance leadership with ad-hoc reporting, data analysis, and special projects as required. Vendor Relations & Stakeholder Engagement Database Management: Oversee the setup and maintenance of vendor records, ensuring all critical compliance data (including W-9s and banking information) is current and secure. Communication Hub: Manage the AP departments primary mailbox, ensuring all internal and external inquiries are routed correctly and addressed promptly. Internal Liaison: Act as a reliable point of contact for internal stakeholders to clarify AP policies and facilitate smooth approval workflows. 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