AP Specialist (Banking/Financial Services industry experience required) - Ascendo : Job Details

A New York City based bank is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team! This is a hybrid role located in the Bronx with an annual salary of $48k-$58k. Qualifications:

• Associate's degree (accounting or finance preferred)
• 1+ years of experience in accounts payable
• Banking/financial services industry experience
• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong communication, customer service and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities:

• Review the Accounts Payable inbox and scanned mail to ensure all invoices are captured.
• Verify invoices and supporting documentation for timely and accurate processing.
• Obtain necessary authorizations and approvals for invoices and check requests.
• Assign appropriate general ledger codes and handle reversals and stop payments as needed.
• Respond to vendor inquiries, reconcile statements, and resolve discrepancies.
• Process and audit reimbursement requests for company expenses and credit card charges.
• Maintain organized vendor files and monitor changes to vendor maintenance records.
• Review contracts and payments to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Assist in determining eligibility for new vendors and complete necessary setup and 1099 maintenance.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including expense variance explanations. Prepare regular, ad hoc, and special reports for management review and analysis.
• Conduct research and follow-up on vendor statements and discrepancies. Monitor and clear outstanding items in the ACH checking account.
• Coordinate tasks with other personnel within the department and assist branches in resolving accounts payable inquiries. Provide backup support for other accounting duties and participate in process improvement initiatives.
• Compile and report pertinent information to the immediate supervisor and respond to inquiries from vendors and Bank personnel within established time frames.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Contact information Colby Neumann