Accounts Payable Technician - The German Marshall Fund of the United States

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable (AP) Technician is responsible for processing all payable transactions and maintaining accurate records of such transactions. This position reports directly to the Senior Accounting Manager and will work closely with other members of the Finance team.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review invoices submitted by staff for completeness including coding, and process for payment by check, EFT, or wire transfers as appropriate.
• Ensure correct vendor setup including collection of completed W9s and identifying vendors that may require a 1099.
• Prepare wire transfer payments using Truist Bank web portal, follow-up with the bank as necessary to resolve any issues.
• Ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions in NetSuite.
• Assist the Senior Accounting Manager with month-end close tasks related to Accounts Payables
• Assist in the annual audit process by preparing auditor requests related to Accounts Payables
• Other ad-hoc tasks and projects as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Needed:

• Proficiency in the use of various Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, etc.
• Experience with Oracle NetSuite is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to explain accounting information to non-accountants.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage deadlines independently.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minimum one-year experience in Accounts Payable or General Accounting preferably in a non-profit environment

Salary: $45,496 - $56,870

We highly encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Historically, underrepresented groups include (but are not limited to) Black, Latinx/o/a/e, Indigenous, Asian, Arab, Middle Eastern, Pacific Islander, biracial, multiracial, female-identifying, the disability community, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalized identities.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At GMF we are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role, but your experience does not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles at GMF.