Accounts Payable Staff Accountant from Foster McKay
Bedminster, NJ
About the Job
Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company located near Bedminster, NJ, is seeking an Accounts Payable Staff Accountant for a long-term consulting position.
This role will be hybrid.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Invoice Processing: Accurately process a high volume of invoices in SAP B1, ensuring all invoices are properly coded and authorized.
- Payment Processing: Handle and process payments including checks, ACH, and wire transfers.
- G/L Coding: Ensure accurate general ledger coding for all invoices and expenses.
- T&E Reporting: Manage travel and entertainment (T&E) reporting and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Expense Management: Oversee credit card and out-of-pocket (OOP) expenses, preferably using Concur, ensuring timely and accurate submission and approval.
- Bank Reconciliation: Perform monthly AP bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Shipping Invoices: Process and reconcile shipping invoices in a timely manner.
- Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations as required.
- 1099 Reporting: Prepare and process 1099 reports in compliance with federal regulations.
- Additional AP Tasks: Perform other accounts payable duties as assigned, including vendor management and resolving invoice discrepancies.
- Vendor Management: Create Vendor Profiles. Maintain positive relationships with vendors, resolving discrepancies and responding to inquiries promptly.
- Month-End Close: Assist in the month-end closing process by preparing necessary journal entries and reconciliations.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with significant exposure to high-volume invoice processing.
- Proficiency in SAP B1 and experience with G/L coding.
- Familiarity with Concur or similar expense management systems.
- Strong knowledge of T&E reporting and management of CC and OOP expenses.
- Experience with AP bank reconciliation and shipping invoice processing.
- Solid understanding of 1099 reporting requirements and audit processes.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.