Accounts Payable Specialist

RTM Business Group
Any Location, NY
Category Accounting
Job Description
We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. This role reports into the Controller and plays a critical part in keeping our accounting operations running smoothly by ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, vendor management, and support on commissions.

Requirements

  • Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, and timely payment processing.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions in the accounting system.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Ensure proper documentation by matching purchase orders and contracts with invoices.
  • Prepare and process payment batches, including checks and electronic transfers.
  • Monitor payment deadlines to ensure on-time disbursements.
  • Perform credit card and bank reconciliations.
  • Support month-end close activities and audit preparations.
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, financial regulations, and internal controls.
  • Assist in optimizing financial workflows and suggesting process improvements.
  • Provide accounting support across multiple departments or entities as needed.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and negotiating payment terms.
  • Partner with internal departments to resolve payment issues or documentation gaps.
  • Assist senior finance team members and respond to ad hoc accounting requests.
  • Calculate commissions based on sales performance and company policy.
  • Prepare and process timely, accurate commission payments to eligible employees.
  • Maintain organized records of commission structures, payouts, and supporting data.
  • Reconcile commission reports with actual sales data and address discrepancies.
  • Generate reports on commission activity to support payroll and sales leadership.

Benefits

  • 15+ PTO Days
  • Flexible/Hybrid work model (WFH and Remote opportunities)
  • Medical/dental/vision coverage
  • 401k matching plan
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Travel to major cities (all expenses paid)
  • Opportunity for lateral and vertical movement within the company, inter/intra departmentally
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