Accounts Payable Specialist

Northbound Executive Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northbound Executive Search represents a well-known Financial Services firm in New York seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the full AP lifecycle. You will oversee AP processes, ensure invoices align with contracts, and maintain the AP system.

The ideal candidate has 2–5+ years in AP within financial services, experience with Microsoft Great Plains, and a Bachelor’s degree. This role offers a stable, on-site opportunity in New York.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of Accounts Payable experience within financial services.
• Experience with Microsoft Great Plains accounting software.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute the Accounts Payable process.
• Maintain and improve the functionality of the AP system.
• Oversee the AP mail and email inboxes and ensure invoice processing.
• Review invoices against service contracts for accuracy.
• Obtain internal approvals for invoices.
• Facilitate payments to vendors via ACH, check, and wire.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Financial services experience

ERP knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Great Plains

ERP platforms

Job description

Our client, a well-known Financial Services firm in New York, is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overseeing and executing the Accounts Payable process


• Maintain and improve the functionality of the AP system


• Oversee the company’s AP mail and email inboxes and ensure all invoices are processed in the AP system


• Review invoices against service contracts to ensure accuracy


• Obtain and collect all necessary internal approvals for invoices


• Facilitate payments to vendors via ACH, check, and wire through the company’s bank platform

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of Accounts Payable experience within financial services


• Experience within Microsoft Great Plains accounting software


• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred


• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and controls


• Experience with AP systems and ERP platforms