Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

EisnerAmper is seeking a Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Family Office Services practice in our West Palm Beach, FL office. We are seeking someone who thrives in a growing environment and providing clients with exceptional service. Candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills. This position will be 5 days in office.

The Accounts Payable Specialist verifies and posts transactions to journals, ledgers and other records, prepares invoices and check runs, prepares deposits and wires and handles basic reconciliations. Performance is judged based on the quality of work, application of accounting knowledge, and ability to meet time constraints and budgets.

What it Means to Work for EisnerAmper:  

• You will get to be part of one of the largest and fastest growing accounting and advisory firms in the industry   

• You will have the flexibility to manage your days in support of our commitment to work/life balance   

• You will join a culture that has received multiple top “Places to Work” awards   

• We believe that great work is accomplished when cultures, ideas and experiences come together to create new solutions    

• We understand that embracing our differences is what unites us as a team and strengthens our foundation    

• Showing up authentically is how we, both as professionals and a Firm, find inspiration to do our best work      

What Work You Will be Responsible For:     

• Handles accounts payable, accounts receivable, and account reconciliation, and prepares client information for use in the preparation of tax returns.    

• Reviews all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.

• Reviews check history and scheduled transactions.

• Prepares interim bank reconciliations with each check run. Completes client reports associated with each check run.

• Contacts vendors for missing invoices that are scheduled, if unattainable will notify supervisor.

• Responds to vendor inquiries. Research vendor statements, phone calls and discrepancies.

• Reviews checks, reports and books for accuracy, consistency, and potential omissions. Alerts supervisor to unusual activity, cash deficiencies and transfers needed with each check run and bank reconciliation.

• Prepares deposits and wires for submission to bank and records in records.

• Records bank and credit card activity from statements, bank feeds and other sources.

• Prepares analysis of accounts

• Prepares for and participates in staff meetings, training programs, and approved professional development programs.

• Other duties as may be assigned.

Basic qualifications:

• High School diploma required.

• Minimum of two years bookkeeping and/or accounting experience including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, general ledger and financial reports.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications: 

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting (or another discipline with course work in accounting) is preferred.

• Quicken experience a plus

• QuickBooks certification

• Well-rounded knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as working with others on given assignments.

• Ability to switch assignments rapidly and maintain accuracy, quality and timely completion of work.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills including ability to multi-task and establish priorities

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs and QuickBooks.

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as working with others on given assignments.

• Ability to switch assignments rapidly and maintain accuracy, quality and timely completion of work.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills including ability to multi-task and establish priorities

EisnerAmper is proud to be a merit-based employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of veteran or disability status or any protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.   

Our Outsourced Services Team:   

The EisnerAmper Outsourcing group brings our team’s specialized knowledge of accounting directly into the offices of a wide range of partners. When we work with a client, we become part of their business, and we don’t take that lightly. Armed with cutting-edge industry technology and outsourcing practices, we’re given the tools to both provide best-in-class service and constantly grow as professionals.   

Through our team-based culture of creativity and collaboration across all levels, we hold each other accountable to always look for new innovative ways to grow as a group, better serve our clients, and advance in our careers.   

Because we are a rapidly growing group, EisnerAmper Outsourcing employees have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the business and its direction. Everyone has a voice to bring new ideas to the table, which are backed by the confidence, expertise, and global reach of the larger firm.  

About EisnerAmper:  

EisnerAmper is one of the largest accounting, tax, and business advisory firms, with approximately 450 partners and 4,500 employees across the world. We combine responsiveness with a long-range perspective; to help clients meet the pressing issues they face today and position them for success tomorrow.

Our clients are enterprises as diverse as sophisticated financial institutions and start-ups, global public firms, and middle-market companies, as well as high net worth individuals, family offices, not-for-profit organizations, and entrepreneurial ventures across a variety of industries. We are also engaged by the attorneys, financial professionals, bankers, and investors who serve these clients.

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