Account Payable Accountant

Piper Companies is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to join our client’s team for a 4-6 month consulting engagement. This position will support the accounting department with ongoing accounting data entry, financial reporting, and month-end and year-end close activities. The position will be onsite 5 days per week for the first 60 days and will offer WFH flexibility after that.

Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

• Review vendor invoices and supporting documentation to ensure proper approvals.
• Assist with the administration of accounts payable functions, including general ledger and job cost coding of AP invoices.
• Enter vendor invoices into Sage accounting software.
• Process weekly check runs, including printing and mailing checks, and filing paid invoices.
• Respond to vendor payment status requests as needed.
• Open and distribute mail daily.
• Assist with managing the filing system.
• Provide support for monthly and year-end accounting close, reconciling necessary accounts.
• Assist the Accountants, V.P. of Accounting, CFO, and the Legal and HR Departments as needed.

Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

• AA degree in Accounting or a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.
• 2-4 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Thorough understanding of GAAP and accounting knowledge.
• Experience with Sage accounting software.
• Experience with Concur Travel.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of financial controls and processes.

Compensation/Benefits for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

• Salary: $70,000 - $80,000
• This is a 4-6 month contract position.

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