Accounting Assistant, Accounts Payable

DSV
Any Location, NJ
Category Finance
Job Description
Role Overview

The Accounts Payable (AP) Accounting Assistant is a key contributor to the North America Shared Services team, supporting core AP operations and delivering high-quality customer service to both internal stakeholders and external vendors.

What You Will Do

Manage and respond to a high volume of accounts payable inquiries, research outstanding invoices, review vendor-provided aging and past-due reports, post invoices in SAP, and identify root causes of recurring issues.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to identify root causes to drive long-term process improvements. The AP Accounting Assistant plays an important role in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring compliance with internal controls and service level agreements (SLAs), and safeguarding confidential financial information.

Requirements

  • Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, accounting, or customer service
  • Experience in a shared services environment is a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems preferred

Benefits

  • Sick time benefits
  • Opportunity to move to regular full-time position
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