AP Associate

Leoforce; Town of Smithtown (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

401k Match

Career growth opportunities

Bonus potential

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Permanent AP Associate in Smithtown, NY (on-site) to join the Accounting and Finance team. The role requires 5+ years in accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and experience with ACH transactions.

You will manage invoices, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close while ensuring accuracy and policy compliance. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, capable of meeting tight deadlines, and collaborate effectively with the finance team to streamline

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in AP
• Proficient in GL, reconciliations, postings, and ledgers
• Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and lookups
• Experience with ACH transactions and data entry
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Process AP invoices and payment requests per policies
• Perform daily AP reconciliations and maintain general ledger
• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger
• Manage monthly close and post month-end processing
• Utilize advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Handle ACH transactions and monitor related fees
• Perform data entry with high accuracy
• Investigate and resolve AP irregularities
• Collaborate with finance and other departments to streamline AP processes

Skills

Accounts payable

Advanced Excel

Ledger management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Pivot Tables

VLOOKUP

ACH processing

Job description

AP Associate

Smithtown,NY, US

6966873

4 days ago

Job Description

Experience:

Mid Level

Salary:

$50,000 - $60,000 per year

Job Details

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Permanent AP Associate to join our Accounting and Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a robust understanding of accounts payable processes and a strong aptitude for numbers. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, outstanding problem-solving skills, and a passion for meeting deadlines. This role requires a high level of proficiency in GL, reconciliation, entries, ledger management, advanced Excel, ACH, data entry, and invoicing. If you are a motivated professional with 5+ years of experience in AP and a commitment to excellence, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

• Processing accounts payable invoices and payment requests, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Performing daily reconciliations of AP transactions and maintaining general ledger accounts.
• Preparing and posting journal entries to the general ledger.
• Managing monthly closing of financial records and posting of month-end information.
• Utilizing advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting, and creating financial models.
• Handling ACH transactions and monitoring associated fees.
• Performing data entry tasks with a high degree of accuracy.
• Investigating and resolving any irregularities or inquiries related to AP.
• Collaborating with other finance team members and departments to streamline AP processes.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in an AP role within the Accounting and Finance industry.
• Proficiency in GL, reconciling accounts, posting entries, and managing ledgers.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, vlookups, and other functions for financial analysis.
• Experience with ACH transactions and data entry.
• Knowledge and understanding of invoicing processes.
• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

A bit about us:

We are a well known food manufacturer

Why join us?

• Generous Compensation
• Full Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental)
• 401k Match
• Career growth and stability
• Bonus Potential