Accounts Payable Specialist

In the US, we currently have restaurants in New York, Chicago, and Boston. Each market is at a different stage of its development, from a well-established restaurant in New York, to a growing presence in Chicago, through to the launch of Boston which opened in September.

We are seeking to hire an Accounts Payable Specialist to be based in New York. This position will perform the duties and functions of accounts payable including processing invoices, expenses, creating reports and assisting with period and quarterly close.

Essential Responsibilities:

Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to processing
Code and enter invoice into accounting system
Maintain vendor set up and records as needed
Reconcile vendor statements, research and communicate/correct discrepancies
Review daily mail
Respond to all vendor inquiries
Assist in month end close activities such as company credit card statement receipt matching, invoice posting to deadline and liaise with 3rd party accountants to resolve issues and chase up missing invoices and information
Assist with accounting related projects as assigned
Technical Knowledge/ Skills:

Working knowledge of accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word
Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills
Ability to perform mathematical computations (percentages, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division) quickly and accurately
Must have strong work ethics, and professional attitude, and be detail oriented, and reliable
Must be well organized and a self-starter
Possess strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner
Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

Education / Experience:
Minimum:

High school diploma required, college courses in Accounting preferred
Two (2) years large company Accounts Payable experience required
Restaurant experience preferred
Experience/knowledge of using an Accounting ERP preferred (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, Peoplesoft, SAGE, R365)