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About the Role
The Accountant is responsible for managing and distributing all accounts payable transactions to support operations across multiple campuses. This includes processing invoices, reimbursements, refunds, credits, and other related transactions using various payment methods. The position ensures accurate and timely payment of payables while adhering to all relevant policies and regulations. The role demands exceptional service delivery to both internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices, reimbursements, refunds, credits, and related transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
- Consider sensitive payment terms, rebates, or discount opportunities based on payment timing.
- Identify and address issues requiring additional intervention promptly.
- Compile and distribute mailed payments accurately and in a timely manner.
- Enforce compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulations, ensuring all invoices and expense reimbursements have the necessary documentation and approvals.
- Maintain supplier file processes to ensure correct invoices and payments to suppliers, locations, and through the appropriate payment method.
- Manage a database for supplier invoices that cannot be processed in ERP, ensuring documentation is accurate and updated weekly.
- Respond to inquiries and requests for assistance professionally and promptly.
- Educate and support departments, colleagues, and suppliers regarding invoice or reimbursement processing, policies, or payment statuses.
- Assist with monthly and year-end activities, including completion of 1099 filings.
- Identify and pursue unclaimed funds for the organization.
- Maintain accessible records to support compliance with financial processes and regulations.
- Collaborate with other departments to support the organization's and Supply Chain missions, ensuring outstanding customer service.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
Skills
- Experience in accounts payable
- Proficiency in accounting software
- Skill in managing vendor invoices and communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong administrative support skills
- Competency in filing, scanning, and computer skills
- Attention to detail
Location
- Menands, NY
Work Type
- Contract to Hire
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2+ years
Salary/Compensations
- $20.00 - $23.00/hr
Benefits
- Medical
- dental & vision
- Critical Illness
- Accident
- Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About the Company
- Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.
Equal Opportunity
- The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
- If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
- Massachusetts Lie Detector: 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.
- Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.