Accounts Payable Analyst
hace 2 días
East Hanover
Job DescriptionAccounts Payable Specialist (Direct Hire) Location: East Hanover, NJ Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Schedule: Hybrid Position Overview: Our client, a well-established organization located in Morris County, NJ , is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team on a direct-hire basis. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end accounts payable activities, including processing domestic and international supplier invoices, employee expenses, freight invoices, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing. The ideal candidate will have strong accounts payable experience, excellent attention to detail, and hands-on experience working with SAP accounting software (required) . This position plays a key role in ensuring accurate financial transactions, maintaining strong vendor relationships, supporting month-end close activities, and improving overall finance operations. Key Responsibilities • Process domestic and international supplier invoices, employee expense reports, freight invoices, and other accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently., • Review invoices for proper approvals, general ledger coding, payment authorization, and compliance with company policies., • Ensure expenses are accurately coded, allocated, and recorded within the accounting system., • Utilize SAP to process, analyze, and maintain accounts payable transactions ., • Set up and maintain supplier/vendor records within accounting systems., • Reconcile vendor statements, including foreign and domestic suppliers, and research discrepancies to ensure timely resolution., • Maintain positive vendor relationships by responding to inquiries and resolving payment-related issues., • Manage recurring vendor payment schedules and assist with periodic payment runs., • Identify available payment discounts and ensure payments are processed efficiently., • Assist with credit card expense reconciliation and employee expense review., • Prepare journal entries and perform general ledger and bank account reconciliations., • Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities., • Maintain organized accounts payable records, documentation, and filing systems., • Assist with special projects, financial research, and other accounting initiatives as needed., • Provide backup support for additional finance functions when required. Required Qualifications:, • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred., • Minimum of 3 + years of Accounts Payable experience., • Required: Hands-on SAP experience in an accounting/finance environment., • Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice processing, reconciliations, and general ledger concepts., • Ability to take ownership of the AP function, • Experience supporting month-end and year-end close activities., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies., • Advanced attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced finance environment., • Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with vendors, internal teams, and management. Ideal Candidate Profile: The successful candidate is a detail-oriented accounting professional who takes ownership of their work, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a collaborative finance environment. This individual should be comfortable handling high-volume transactions while maintaining accuracy, organization, and strong internal controls. SAP experience is a non-negotiable requirement for this position. Salary Range: $65k-$70k Benefits Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, pleasenavigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements. Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year Search managed by: Julie Rizzetta Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: • The California Fair Chance Act, • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, • San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.