Account Payable Accountant

Piper Companies is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant to join our client's team for a 4-6 month consulting engagement. This position will support the accounting department with ongoing accounting data entry, financial reporting, and month-end and year-end close activities. The position will be onsite 5 days per week for the first 60 days and will offer WFH flexibility after that.

Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

Review vendor invoices and supporting documentation to ensure proper approvals.

Assist with the administration of accounts payable functions, including general ledger and job cost coding of AP invoices.

Enter vendor invoices into Sage accounting software.

Process weekly check runs, including printing and mailing checks, and filing paid invoices.

Respond to vendor payment status requests as needed.

Open and distribute mail daily.

Assist with managing the filing system.

Provide support for monthly and year-end accounting close, reconciling necessary accounts.

Assist the Accountants, V.P. of Accounting, CFO, and the Legal and HR Departments as needed.

Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

AA degree in Accounting or a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting.

2-4 years of Accounts Payable experience.

Thorough understanding of GAAP and accounting knowledge.

Experience with Sage accounting software.

Experience with Concur Travel.

Exceptional attention to detail.

Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another.

Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Knowledge of financial controls and processes.

Compensation/Benefits for the Accounts Payable Accountant:

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000

This is a 4-6 month contract position.