Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description Summary:

We are looking for a positive, motivated, organized and skilled Accounts Payable Clerk who will be responsible for processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The candidate will also reconcile processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances and charges expenses to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries, verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions. Job Description:

Process accounts and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures

Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables data

Prepare bills, invoices and bank deposits

Reconcile the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted

Verify discrepancies and resolve clients billing issues

Facilitate payment of invoices due by sending bill reminders and contacting clients

Generate financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status

Job Qualifications:

Work experience as accounts payable clerk (or accounts receivable clerk) required

Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles

Proven ability to calculate post and manage accounting figures and financial records

Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers

Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software

Proficiency in English and in MS Office

Customer service orientation and negotiation skills

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

BS degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration highly preferred