AP Accountant

Ascendo Resources; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site health facility

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking an AP Accountant for its finance team in New York. The role entails managing the accounts payable cycle, performing reconciliations, and engaging with both domestic and international vendors. Candidates should have 5–7 years of accounting experience, proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop, and advanced Excel skills. The position offers a competitive salary between $70K and $80K, and includes benefits like a retirement plan and an on-site health facility.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of accounting experience, specifically in high-volume accounts payable.
• Proven ability to manage foreign currency transactions.
• Experience supporting project-based accounting and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Process payments through banking and vendor portals.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records.
• Perform account reconciliations and communicate with vendors.

Skills

High-volume accounts payable

Account reconciliations

QuickBooks Desktop

Advanced Excel

Foreign currency transactions

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

QuickBooks Desktop

Excel

Job description

A growing, global engineering organization is seeking an AP Accountant to join its lean finance team. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who can jump in quickly, manage high‑volume accounts payable, and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.

About the Role

This position plays a key role in overseeing the full accounts payable cycle while supporting broader accounting functions, including reconciliations and project-based accounting. The team operates across multiple entities, including international transactions, so attention to detail and adaptability are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payments through banking and vendor portals
• Maintain accurate AP records in QuickBooks Desktop
• Perform account reconciliations, including foreign currency transactions
• Communicate with domestic and international vendors
• Support project and construction‑related accounting activities
• Partner closely with internal teams including procurement and project accounting
• Utilize Excel for reporting, tracking, and reconciliations

What We’re Looking For

• 5–7+ years of accounting experience, with strong high-volume AP exposure
• Experience with foreign currency transactions (required)
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and advanced Excel
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience working across multiple entities
• Background in property management, nonprofit, or project-based accounting is a plus
• Exposure to affordable housing or fund‑based accounting is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred
• On‑site, Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Collaborative, small accounting team with high visibility
• Competitive salary ($70K–$80K)
• On‑site health facility
• Retirement plan with company match

Interview Process

• On‑site interview