Accounts Payable Specialist

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We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a non-profit organization in New York, New York on a Long-term Contract basis. This position focuses on accurate payment processing, detailed financial review, and strong coordination with the finance team across day-to-day accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings solid accounts payable experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage reporting, reconciliations, and invoice coding in a fast-moving environment.Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable activities and partner closely with finance staff to ensure timely and accurate transaction processing.• Review invoices, assign proper account coding, and process payments with a high level of precision and consistency.• Generate financial and payroll-related reports, export data into Excel, and organize information for analysis, coding, and invoice application.• Complete monthly allocations, prepare journal entries, and reconcile accounts to support accurate financial records.• Examine invoices and payment details carefully, applying sound judgment to complex coding and expense review situations.• Support credit card and expense processing by validating charges, confirming payment terms, and resolving discrepancies as needed.• Track recurring monthly deadlines for allocations and payments, following up proactively to keep deliverables on schedule.• Use financial platforms such as Financial Edge and AvidXchange, and assist with related accounting support tied to future system integration efforts.• Provide backup support in adjacent accounting and administrative functions, including accounts receivable and other operational tasks when priorities shift.