Fort Lee, NJ, 07024, USA
30 days ago
Junior Accounts Payable Specialist
**Description** We are currently searching for a Junior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounts payable team to help process, track and analyze full-cycle AP processing in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. The candidate will be responsible for executing a variety of AP procedures, including processing large volumes of incoming vendor invoices, coding invoices, requesting approvals and maintaining good relationship with our valued suppliers. **The specific responsibilities of the Junior Accounts Payable Specialist include:** • Accurately review, code and process vendor invoices • Request and follow up on invoice approvals • Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues • Manage AP workflow by developing and maintaining Excel spreadsheets • Prepare and process payment runs (e.g., checks, wire transfers, ACH) • Assist in managing vendor relationships, including responding to inquiries and reconciling statements • Collect contracts and follow the protocol of setting up new vendors in the accounting system • Support cash projections by vendor to ensure adequate cash flow planning • Being able to build requested reports in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and other advanced functions • Communicate effectively with vendors, stakeholders, and internal teams to resolve accounting issues • Ensure that all incoming invoices are submitted, coded and approved on time • Prepare journal entries according to the manager’s request • Perform other duties as required to support Accounts Payable department **Qualifications** **What you need to be successful:** • Bachelor’s degree in business/accounting • Knowledge of accounting and accounts payable practices • Strong mathematical and analytical skills • Well-organized and detail-oriented skills • Oracle or Ariba experience is a plus • Advanced computer skills and knowledge of relevant software including MS Excel, Word and Outlook • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment • Experience collaborating cross-functionally with different business stakeholders, clients and teams • 1+ years of relevant accounts payable experience TRANZACT, a WTW Company, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
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