Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist

Highland Park Community Development Corp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland Park Community Development Corp in New York is seeking a Bookkeeper 1 to support accounts payable, payroll coordination, and routine financial tasks under the CFO. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a nonprofit setting.

The ideal candidate has an associates degree in accounting and 1–3 years of AP experience, with proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office. Bilingual abilities are a plus and willingness to learn are valued.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Accounting or related field required.
• 1 to 3 years of accounts payable and billing experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; 2 years related experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks Online, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and CARES.
• Bilingual is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices for payment and code to correct accounts.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and reconcile vendor statements.
• Manage weekly payments and maintain open invoice files.
• Communicate with shelter programs and vendors to resolve invoice questions.
• Assist with year-end audits and DHS documentation.
• Process bi-weekly payroll reports and reconcile salary reports.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associates Degree in Accounting or related field

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

CARES

Job description

Highland Park Community Development Corp in New York is seeking a Bookkeeper 1 to support accounts payable, payroll coordination, and routine financial tasks under the CFO. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and teamwork in a nonprofit setting.

The ideal candidate has an associates degree in accounting and 1–3 years of AP experience, with proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office. Bilingual abilities are a plus and willingness to learn are valued.