ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE

A nonprofit organization in Somerville is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate to join their team.  Reporting into the Senior Manager of Accounting, this role will be responsible for the timely and accurate posting of invoices into the accounting system and processing of vendor payments. This role will liaise closely with senior managers for invoice authorization. This is a hands-on position in which the ability to multitask, take initiative and work with others is essential. The successful candidate will be someone who proves to be a strong and multifaceted performer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Match invoices to purchase orders or receiving documentation.
• Verify the accuracy of invoices and purchase orders for payments.
• Check invoices for correct coding and approvals.
• Enter invoices into accounting system.
• Process and cut checks for payment.
• Reconcile vendor statements as needed.
• Interact with vendors and internal customers.
• Send paid invoices to outside vendor to scan weekly; provides invoices from online imaging system for other areas as needed.
• Is responsible for some accruals and other miscellaneous journal entries, as needed.
• Work on special projects as assigned including ERP implementation.
• Protect organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
• Ad hoc reporting as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts required, with degree work preferred; General Ledger Accounting experience a plus.
• Fast and accurate alpha and numeric data entry required.
• Proven attention to detail, strong organizational skills, an ability to provide professional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to interact with co-workers and various levels of management needed.
• Enjoy working in a fast paced, high volume environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

COMPENSATION:

• $60K

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.