Accounts Payable Manager
1 month ago
New York
Job Description Assist the Assistant Director/Accounts Payable on all matters related to the research, maintenance, and implementation of Accounts Payable functions and procedures. Reports to: Assistant Director, Accounts Payable Location: 305 Seventh Ave., New York, NY 10001 Hours: 35 hours, Exempt Salary: $65,500-$73,000 Major Duties: • Responsible for full AP cycle: research, allocate, and record invoices. Obtain approvals and ensure they are completed accurately and efficiently., • Research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to appropriate parties in a timely manner., • Assist with overseeing and managing scanned invoices within Filebound and monitoring invoices stored by Cityside Archives., • Monitor and run aging reports for the weekly check run. Identify and resolve any issues preventing timely disbursements, including credits., • Assist with reviewing and approving all entries in the department for batch posting., • Liaise with various departments with respect to the approval of invoices and payments., • Assist with setting up new vendors in MIP accounting database., • Negotiate with vendors to receive better terms and avoid finance charges and late fees., • Assist with managing rush requests within the department., • Maintain utility accounts and the rent facilities schedule., • Liaison for the department regarding all inquiries from the Accounts Receivable Department., • Supervise, coach, and develop Accounts Payable Specialists by providing guidance with technical assistance on systems, account codes, and vendor classification. Support staff with complex problem-solving and troubleshooting., • Build relationships with program to meet the needs of the department., • Ensure that the proper financial information is maintained for historical purposes and in accordance with agency policies. This includes invoices, documentation, and W9 files., • Monitor outstanding check request advances, run quarterly reports, and contact Division Directors as needed., • Manage, prepare, mail, and file annual 1099s timely., • High School Diploma or equivalency with five years of experience in Accounts Payable required; Associates Degree in related field preferred., • Two to five years of supervisory experience required., • Excellent leadership skills – ability to foster a cooperative work environment and create teamwork., • Must be able to establish and maintain AP operating procedures and processes and effectively communicate to staff., • Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, MIP accounting software a plus., • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Must possess competencies in decision making, staff management, attention to detail and multi-tasking. Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills required.