AP Accountant

Vaco by Highspring; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in New York City is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant to manage the full-cycle accounts payable process. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 6 years of experience, a strong understanding of accrual accounting, and proficiency in ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP. Responsibilities include month-end close support, maintaining general ledger accuracy, and ensuring compliance with internal controls. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing finance team in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of AP/accounting experience required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must.
• Proven ability to handle full-cycle AP processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable process.
• Prepare and review accruals and accrual schedules.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end close support.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy related to AP transactions.
• Assist with audit requests and documentation.
• Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with internal departments on invoice approvals and payment timelines.

Skills

Accrual accounting

Month-end close support

ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Position Details

Client: Professional Services
Role: Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant
Pay Range: $85,000 – $100,000
Location: New York City, NY

Job Description

Our client, a well‑known and reputable organization in NYC, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role requires strong hands‑on experience with accrual accounting and full‑cycle AP processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounts payable process
• Prepare and review accruals and accrual schedules (required)
• Ensure accurate month‑end and year‑end close support
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain general ledger accuracy related to AP transactions
• Assist with audit requests and documentation
• Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies
• Partner with internal departments on invoice approvals and payment timelines

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
• 3–6+ years of AP/accounting experience
• Strong understanding of accrual accounting (required)
• Experience supporting month‑end close
• Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, etc. a plus)
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables preferred)
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills