Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy investment banking office in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is comfortable managing the full accounts payable cycle in a highly structured, onsite environment. The person in this role will work closely with a small team to process invoices accurately, maintain organized payment activity, and help ensure timely financial operations.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the complete accounts payable process from invoice receipt through final payment and record maintenance.
• Review and code vendor invoices accurately to the appropriate accounts and supporting documentation.
• Process a monthly volume of approximately 80 to 100 invoices while maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare and distribute payments through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs.
• Reconcile bank activity and investigate discrepancies to support accurate financial reporting.
• Collaborate with a three-person accounts payable team to keep daily workflows organized and on schedule.
• Maintain detailed payment records and ensure all transactions align with internal controls and approval procedures.• Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including full-cycle invoice processing.
• Strong understanding of account coding and invoice review procedures.
• Experience handling ACH payments and preparing check runs.
• Ability to reconcile bank accounts and resolve payment-related discrepancies.
• Comfortable working onsite five days per week in New York, New York.
• Proven ability to manage recurring invoice volume with strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a small team environment.