Accounts Payable Accounting Associate (SAP)

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search is seeking an Accounts Payable Accounting Associate (SAP) in Midtown, NY. The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of AP experience and strong knowledge of the full AP lifecycle, including SAP-based processing and monthly close activities.

The role involves reviewing and approving AP invoices, booking journal entries, vendor maintenance, and supporting process improvement projects related to invoicing efficiency. Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $110,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of AP experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with SAP and month-end close processes.
• Knowledge of full AP lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accruals and adjusting journal entries and create journal entry batches in SAP.
• Assist with inter-company reconciliation inquiries.
• Handle 1099 and vendor maintenance tasks.
• Ensure new vendors are added and maintained per policy.
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain vendor contact and payment details.
• Prepare invoices for payment and route to AP manager for final approval.
• Review invoices for accuracy against check requests.

Skills

AP lifecycle

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Tools

SAP

Job description

Accounts Payable Accounting Associate (SAP)

Job Description: Our client, a mid-sized financial services firm in Midtown, NY, is looking for an experienced accounts payable analyst to assist with day-to-day operational accounting functions. The candidate will be reviewing and approving AP invoices, booking journal entries, assist with month-end close, and participating in ongoing projects related to invoicing efficiency. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in AP.

Job Responsibilities:

• Preparation of accruals and other adjusting journal entries and creation of journal entry batches in SAP
• Assist with inter-company reconciliation inquiries
• 1099 and vendor maintenance
• Ensuring new vendors are added and maintained in compliance with the Company’s policy
• Prepare account reconciliations and maintain vendor contact and payment details regarding pending invoices
• Prepare invoices for payment and send to AP manager for final approval
• Review invoices to insure accuracy and consistency with check requests.

Job Requirements:

• Strong communication skills, presence, and interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of full Accounts Payable life cycle
• 3-6 of relevant experience
• SAP experience is a must

Compensation:

• $90,000 – $110,000

Job ID:

8179