Senior Accounts Payable Accountant- 4935

BronxWorks•New York, NY

About The Position

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and are guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. Across our 60+ locations, we provide programs in a variety of service areas, including workforce development, children, youth, families, seniors and homeless prevention.  BronxWorks, Inc., a $100MM non-profit organization, is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Accountant to join a fast-paced finance department. Reporting to the Assistant Controller, the Senior AP Accountant primary responsibilities will be to work closely with the Supervisor regarding the day-to-day operations and activities of the accounts payable unit. The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as be an integral member of the entire finance team.

Requirements

Strong understanding of AP processes and practices
Knowledge and experience with non-profit and fund accounting, a plus
Knowledge and experience withIntaactaccounting software and Nexonia, a BIG plus
Proficiencyin computerized accounting systems andMicrosoft Office products (e.g.Excel,Outlookand Word)
Must havea stronginterpersonal and communication skills - verbal and written; and work effectively with personnel at all levels
Must be organized, detailorientedanddemonstratethe ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
Supervisory experience, a plus
Ability to usecomputerfor prolonged periods.
Ability to stand, walk, or sit forlong periodsof time.
Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
Ability to travelinthe boroughs of New York City and its adjacentcounties via public transportation.

Responsibilities

Involved in the day-to-day processes of the accounts payable unit to ensureaccurateandtimelypayments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers
Works closely and communicates regularly with suppliers, vendors, other departmentstaffand management to resolve pending issues – unpaid invoices, duplicate billings, missing supportdocumentationetc.
Analyze vendors’ accounts and obtain statements to ensure all invoices billed are processed and paid
Contact vendors to resolve discrepanciesregardingfinance charges, latefeesand sales tax
Process employee reimbursements in Intacct and ADP
Prepare accounts payable aging reports for review by Assistant Controller or Controller
Assist in the Year end 1099 process
Build solid relationships across all units/programs at various levels and communicate with program staffin a timely manner
Play leading role for any new AP improvements projects
Assist in financial audit activities of contracts/programs and grants in conjunction with theAssistant Controllerand Controller
Assist in annual independent audit by preparing schedules and other information as directed by Controller
Perform other duties as necessary and assigned byAssistant Controller, Controller or CFO