Accounts Payable Accountant (hybrid remote)
Job Description
Our client, a growing and mission-driven nonprofit organization in South Jersey, is seeking an Accounts Payable Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to apply their accounting skills in an organization where the work supports a meaningful mission.
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You'll take ownership of the accounts payable process while gaining exposure to month-end close, audit support, internal controls, and broader accounting operations.
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What You'll Do
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- Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Verify general ledger accounts, cost centers, supporting documentation, and required approvals.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, coding issues, duplicate payments, and other processing exceptions.
- Track invoice status and approvals to help ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time.
- Serve as a primary contact for vendor questions regarding invoices and payment activity.
- Prepare and review accounts payable aging reports.
- Assist with monthly and year-end close activities.
- Provide documentation and support for the annual audit process.
- Follow established accounting policies and internal controls while helping identify opportunities to improve AP processes.
- Assist with additional accounting projects and responsibilities as needed.
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What We're Looking For
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- Bachelor's degree preferred, ideally in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- 2+ years of accounts payable experience is required.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy in a deadline-driven environment.
- Solid organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills and a professional approach to working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while working both independently and collaboratively.
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