Accounts Payable Clerk

Accounts Payable Clerk

Sony Corporation of America, located in New York, NY, is the U.S. headquarters of Sony Group Corporation, based in Tokyo, Japan. Sony's principal U.S. businesses include Sony Electronics Inc., Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC, Sony Music Entertainment, Sony Music Publishing and Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc. With some 900 million Sony devices in hands and homes worldwide today, a vast array of Sony movies, television shows and music, and the PlayStation Network, Sony creates and delivers more entertainment experiences to more people than anyone else on earth.

This is a 3-6 month temporary assignment.

Position Summary

We are looking for a skilled accounts payable clerk to 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 clerk will also be responsible for processing expense reports via Concur.

Job Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and check requests accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review, research, and reconcile invoice discrepancies.
• Audit and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies and established timelines.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Manage vendor payments in an organized and timely manner.
• Create, maintain, and update Excel spreadsheets and reports.
• Ensure invoice documentation and supporting records are accurately imaged and filed.
• Assist in identifying and implementing process improvements within the accounts payable function.
• Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and information.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment-related issues professionally and promptly.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and expenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting, or a related finance function.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, formulas, and reporting.
• Experience with SAP preferred.
• Experience with Concur expense management software preferred.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
• Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a customer-service mindset.

Benefits

SCA offers benefits-eligible fixed-term employees (who are scheduled to work 30 or more hours a week) certain benefits under the Sony Corporation of America Health and Welfare Benefits Plan. The following options are available to you and your eligible dependents.

What we offer you:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with coverage for spouses/domestic partners and child dependents
• Long Term Care: A voluntary Long-Term Care (LTC) benefit with a life insurance component is offered during a separate new hire LTC enrollment window. This window occurs once a year for all new employees.
• Flexible Work Arrangements, including remote and hybrid work schedules [when applicable]
• Time off to include vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, Summer Fridays (early release), and a winter break between Christmas and New Year's Day (based on business needs)
• A wide variety of employee business resource groups (EBRGs)

The target annualized base salary range for this position is $55,000 to $62,000. The individual will be paid hourly and eligible for overtime. This range does not include any other compensation components or other benefits that an individual may be eligible for. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.