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Robert Half Accounts Payable Specialist in Stamford, Connecticut
Description We are offering a contract to permanent employment opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist in the Financial Services industry based in Stamford, Connecticut. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be tasked with reviewing and processing invoices, handling disbursements, maintaining vendor relationships, and collaborating with other financial teams.
Responsibilities
• Efficiently and accurately process operating expense invoices in multiple currencies using an automated payable solution
• Allocate costs to specific cost centers, projects, and legal entities using the company chart of accounts
• Handle payment processes, including the production of ACH batches, initiation of wire payments in USD and foreign currencies, and check printing
• Collaborate with the global onboarding team to ensure vendors are properly onboarded and maintain vendor information
• Adhere to company callback policy regarding changes in payment instructions and maintain vendor payment instructions
• Manage vendor relationships by reconciling vendor statements, researching and correcting discrepancies, and responding to inquiries
• Respond to employee inquiries in a timely manner
• Identify potential areas of improvement in the process
• Assist with other projects as needed within the financial reporting and Treasury teams. Requirements
• Minimum of 3 year experience in a similar role within the financial services industry.
• Proficient in Accounts Payable (AP).
• Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with Great Plains (GPAC) accounting software is essential. WorkDay is preferred.
• Experience with foreign currency is ideal!
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field is preferred.
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