Accounts Payable Specialist

Elite Placement Group, LLC; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Placement Group, LLC is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its corporate finance team in a full-time role in Connecticut. The candidate will own day-to-day AP, assist with month-end close, vendor management, and compliance, while driving process improvements and internal controls.

The position requires 3+ years of AP experience, a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, and strong Excel/ERP software skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience or related accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Process improvement or Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and review invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approvals.
• Maintain vendor records, payment terms, and tax documentation.
• Process employee expense reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process payments via ACH, checks, and wire transfers.
• Assist with month-end close, AP reconciliations, accruals, and reporting.
• Support 1099 preparation and quarterly vendor reconciliations.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, tax requirements, and SOX.
• Provide documentation and support for audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

ERP software

Job description

NOW HIRING: Accounts Payable Specialist

Elite Placement Group is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a corporate finance team in a full-time capacity.

This is a great opportunity for an AP professional who can take ownership of the day-to-day accounts payable function while contributing to month-end close, vendor management, compliance, and process improvement.

What You'll Do:

• Process and review invoices for accuracy, coding, and proper approvals
• Maintain vendor records, payment terms, and tax documentation
• Process employee expense reports and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process payments via ACH, checks, and wire transfers
• Assist with month-end close, AP reconciliations, accruals, and reporting
• Support 1099 preparation and quarterly vendor reconciliations
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, tax requirements, and SOX
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audits
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, controls, and efficiency
• Provide support and training on AP procedures and systems
• Collaborate with Accounting and Treasury to resolve issues and improve processes

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 3+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Process improvement or Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus

This is a full-time opportunity with the chance to become an integral part of a corporate finance team and make a meaningful impact on AP operations.