Accounts Payable Accountant

Aquent is proud to partner with a leading global financial services organization dedicated to helping millions achieve their financial goals. This company is renowned for its long-term investment approach and commitment to ethical practices, making a tangible impact on the financial well-being of individuals and institutions worldwide. Join us and contribute to a team that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

About the Role: Drive Financial Precision as a Key Contributor

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical professional to join a growing finance team, where you will play a critical role in managing end-to-end accounts payable operations. This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your accounting expertise to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes, directly impacting the organization's operational success. Your strong problem-solving capabilities and excellent communication skills will be essential as you contribute to the financial health and smooth operations of a top-tier firm.

Your Impactful Responsibilities Will Include:

• Accurately entering, coding, and processing high-volume purchase order (PO) and non-PO invoices to the general ledger, adhering strictly to company guidelines.
• Serving as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, proactively researching, troubleshooting, and resolving statement discrepancies or payment issues to maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Preparing precise accounting schedules, executing month-end reconciliations, and generating regular financial reports for management review, providing crucial insights.
• Performing thorough audits of invoice data and payment files to guarantee strict attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance with internal policies.
• Collaborating effectively with purchasing, receiving, and various internal stakeholders to identify and resolve workflow bottlenecks, continuously streamlining payable operations.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional accounting or business operations experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with both internal teams and external vendors.
• A high degree of accuracy, exceptional organizational skills, and robust quantitative problem-solving abilities.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications That Will Set You Apart:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline. An equivalent combination of education and direct hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Prior experience with ERP systems and AP automation software, specifically SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, Concur Expense, or Concur Invoice.
• A background in corporate payables, treasury, or general finance operations.