Jr. Accounts Payable Consultant (213898)

Job Title: Jr. Accounts Payable Consultant

Client Location: New York, NY - Hybrid

Starting: 11/16/2026

Pay Comments: W2, Benefits and 401k matching

Minimum Pay (per hour): 33.00

Maximum Pay (per hour): 38.00

Hours: Full-time

Duration: 05/14/27 - potential to extend

Job Description:

Note: This role is based in New York City with a hybrid schedule — 2 days per week in office.

We are hiring Accounts Payable Consultants to support the implementation of an invoice automation and OCR solution, stabilize operations post go-live, train team members, and document processes end to end. This role reports to the Manager of North America, Accounts Payable and works cross-functionally with Finance, IT, Source to Pay, and external implementation partners. Contract engagement with opportunity to convert to full-time.

What You'll Do

• Support the implementation and configuration of an AP automation solution, including business process workshops, testing (SIT/UAT), and master data validation
• Process supplier invoices end to end — PO matching, non-PO coding, credit memos, and exception resolution across multiple countries
• Monitor automation performance, flag errors, and refine processing rules to reduce manual intervention
• Develop and deliver training for the AP team on the new invoice workflow, exception handling, and queue management
• Create and maintain end-to-end process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, matching failures, and routing exceptions
• Oversee vendor payments, maintain accurate records, and support month-end closing
• Work cross-functionally with internal stakeholders to refine processes
• Participate in post go-live stabilization with internal teams and external consultants

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 2-5 years in accounts payable or a similar financial role
• Experience with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, Coupa); familiarity with OCR or invoice automation tools is a plus
• Experience participating in a system implementation, UAT, or technology rollout
• Strong ability to train others and create clear documentation
• Detail-oriented with experience in multi-currency and multi-country invoice processing
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills

Top 3 Hard and Soft Skills Required

• Hard Skills: Excel proficiency, Accounts payable experience with invoice processing, and Basic familiarity with financial/accounting software or ERP concepts.
• Soft Skills: Detail orientation, Strong communication skills, and Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues.

Nice-to-Have Skills & Experience: Experience with ERP systems such as Coupa or NetSuite, and hands-on familiarity with invoice automation tools using optical character recognition (OCR).

Role Impact & Strategic Alignment The role supports the team's operational transition from manual invoice handling to automated processing while maintaining accuracy and flagging discrepancies. Long-term influence will come from directly optimizing automated workflows, helping train team members, and creating standard process documentation to scale AP operations.

Key Obstacles & Challenges: The candidate will work under a high-pressure environment driven by tight implementation schedules and financial month-end book closings.

Skills Needed for Challenges: Successfully navigating these demands requires strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to work independently under deadline constraints.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $33.00 /hrto $38.00/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

**About Skill:**

Skill connects the best professional, IT, engineering, financial and administrative talent with the world's biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to benefits such as health benefit contributions, retirement plans with match and flexible spending accounts.

Skill is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.