Accounts Payable Accountant

About the Company:

Our client is a rapidly growing non-for-profit organization who are looking to add an Accounts Payable Accountant to their team. They have enjoyed incredible growth in the last few years' and are seeking a candidate with a strong AP Accounting background to join their team as they continue their expansion.

Reasons to Work Here:

• Hybrid working schedule
• Strong medical / dental / vision
• Short term / long term disability cover
• Reporting into the CFO - High visibility
• Strong growth potential
• 43B Plan
• Strong mission statement

Position Description - What the Role Entails:

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our mission-driven finance team. This role goes beyond traditional AP functions, requiring strong knowledge of GAAP, fund accounting, and cross-functional collaboration.

Areas of Accountability - What you will be doing:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payable Accounts & Reconciliation

• Manage and process AP transactions with accuracy and timeliness.
• Perform and teach proper reconciliation techniques across accounts.
• Review and analyze smaller accounts for accuracy and completeness.

1. GAAP & Fund Balance Expertise

• Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Provide insights and training on fund balance accounting and accrual methods.

1. Payment Processing:

• Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices through various methods (e.g., checks, ACH, credit cards).

1. Invoice Management:

• Verify, code, and process invoices, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

1. Record Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and organized records of accounts payable transactions.

1. Reconciliation:

• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies, and prepare bank reconciliations.

1. Reporting:

• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports and cash flow projections.

1. Process Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the accounts payable function.

1. Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and other financial reporting requirements.

1. Communication:

• Serve as the point of contact for vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on payment-related matters.

1. Budget Management:

• Assist in the development and monitoring of the accounts payable budget.

12.Financial Reporting:

• Assist in preparing monthly and annual financial reports, including those related to accounts payable.

1. Other duties as assigned

The Knowledge and Expertise that Matters Most - What you bring to the Role:

• Accounts Payable & Reconciliation: Process AP transactions accurately; reconcile accounts; review smaller accounts for completeness
• GAAP & Fund Accounting: Ensure compliance; provide insights and training on accrual methods
• Payment Processing: Manage vendor payments via checks, ACH, and credit cards
• Invoice Management: Verify, code, and process invoices per policy
• Record Keeping: Maintain organized AP records
• Reconciliation: Resolve discrepancies; prepare bank reconciliations
• Reporting: Prepare AP reports, aging schedules, and cash flow projections
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiency enhancements
• Compliance: Adhere to tax and reporting requirements
• Communication: Act as liaison for vendors and internal stakeholders
• Budget Support: Assist with AP budget development and monitoring
• Financial Reporting: Contribute to monthly and annual reports

Position Qualifications - What is required to Perform the Role:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred)
• 3-7 years of GAAP and accrual accounting experience, preferably in non-profit
• Strong knowledge of fund accounting, grant compliance, and fixed asset management
• Experience with CIP and inter-entity accounting
• Proficiency in accounting software (Blackbaud, QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP)
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, data analysis)
• Familiarity with data analytics tools (Power BI or similar)
• Ability to mentor others in accounting and analytics
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Experience with system transitions is a plus

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Accounts Payable Accountant
Accounts Payable Accountant
Accounts Payable Accountant
Accounts Payable Accountant
Accounts Payable Accountant
Accounts Payable Accountant