Accounts Payable Specialist — SOX & Process Improvement

Needham Bank; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with 8% match

PTO & holidays

Bonus program

Flexible spending accounts

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Needham Bank is seeking a Staff Accountant - AP in Portsmouth, NH to ensure timely processing of accounts payable and maintain internal controls. The role serves as a bridge between Finance, vendors and other departments, supporting SOX compliance and audit readiness.

The position requires an associate degree in accounting or related field and at least one year in banking. Strong Excel, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in accounting, finance or business administration.
• Minimum 1 year in banking or banking-related field.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and techniques.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, route for approvals, and issue payments (AP).
• Reconcile AP payable checks and ACH registers.
• Reconcile key daily GL accounts including AP suspense and auto-debit clearing.
• Research and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and remit monthly sales tax and 1099 filings.
• Collaborate with internal/external parties on AP matters.

Skills

Technological skills

Multitask

Team player

Problem solving

Change management

Attention to ethics

Independent work

Education

Associate's degree in accounting/finance/business

Tools

Microsoft Office

FISERV Prologue (plus)

COCC (plus)

PCAOB/SOX knowledge

Job description

Needham Bank is seeking a Staff Accountant - AP in Portsmouth, NH to ensure timely processing of accounts payable and maintain internal controls. The role serves as a bridge between Finance, vendors and other departments, supporting SOX compliance and audit readiness.

The position requires an associate degree in accounting or related field and at least one year in banking. Strong Excel, attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential.