Staff Accountant - Accounts Payable

Company: PrestigePEO
Location: Melville
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Company Overview: For more than 20 years, Prestige has provided cost-effective employee benefits and HR services, transparent pricing, and personalized, quality service to every client. We go the extra mile to develop long-term relationships and build strong partnerships with each client we serve. We help our clients focus on running-and growing-their businesses. Bonded by shared goals, we are a data-driven and results-focused company committed to solving any HR issue, big or small.

Position Description: This is an exciting opportunity for an individual seeking to grow within an established accounting department. We are seeking a motivated candidate to handle the day-to-day administrative departmental duties as it relates to Accounts Payable for a Professional Employer Organization (PEO).

Responsibilities:
Administer the full AP cycle to ensure all vendor invoices are processed in a timely manner
Accurately code invoices to the proper general ledger account using the chart of accounts as a guide
Reconcile vendor statements and Account Payable Aging
Process all expense reports and review for compliance with internal expense policy
Reconcile and process the corporate American Express invoice for payment on a monthly basis
Processes broker commission payments
Perform monthly reconciliations for multiple general ledger accounts
Process over 300 form 1099s and submit to IRS; communicate with recipients as needed
Assist in providing all necessary documents and information for all audits as requested
Perform other financial duties as assigned and innovate where possible

Education and Experience Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in accounting preferred
2-3 years of relevant experience
Familiarity with accounts payable function
Knowledge of a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) preferred
Experience using PrismHR, ExpensePath, and Intacct accounting software a plus

Skills and Personal Qualifications:
Technical skills with proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel
Team player who builds constructive working relationships across departments and various levels of employees
Proven ability to calculate, post and manage account figures and financial records
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced organization and handle multiple accounts simultaneously
Exceptional oral & written communication and organizational skills
Highly articulate with an excellent command of written English.

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