Accounts Payable Specialist

<p><strong>Accounts Payable Specialist | Midtown Manhattan | Hybrid | $75K–$80K+ | Discretionary Bonus</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>A privately owned, growing <strong>wholesale company</strong> is seeking an experienced <strong>AP Specialist</strong> to oversee core accounts payable functions across two affiliated businesses. This is a hands-on opportunity with visibility to the finance leadership team and potential for growth.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Top Requirements</strong></p><ul><li><strong>4+ years of Accounts Payable experience</strong></li><li><strong>Wholesale industry experience is required</strong></li><li>Experience working with <strong>inventory-related accounting</strong></li><li>Strong vendor management and AP aging experience</li><li>Experience with <strong>cash forecasting and AP postings</strong></li><li>Ability to prepare and track <strong>AP KPIs</strong></li><li>QuickBooks experience</li><li>Bachelor's degree preferred</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the <strong>AP inbox</strong> and daily AP operations.</li><li>Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice/payment issues.</li><li>Post AP transactions and monitor AP aging.</li><li>Prepare cash forecasts and support cash management.</li><li>Process and review expense reports.</li><li>Prepare AP reporting and KPIs for management.</li><li>Work closely with the Controllers, VP of Finance, Credit Manager, and Senior Accountant.</li><li>Potentially oversee an <strong>offshore AP data-entry team</strong>.</li><li>Support AP processes related to inventory and wholesale operations.</li><li>Assist with process improvements and the upcoming <strong>Microsoft Dynamics implementation</strong>.</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Compensation &amp; Schedule</strong></p><ul><li><strong>$75,000–$80,000+</strong>, depending on experience</li><li>Discretionary bonus</li><li>First 30 days: <strong>5 days in office</strong></li><li>After 30 days: <strong>4 days in office / 1 day remote</strong></li><li><strong>9:00 AM–6:00 PM</strong></li><li>Remote day assigned by management</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>401(k) with <strong>5% company match</strong></li><li>Health insurance</li><li>PTO, vacation &amp; sick days</li><li>Federal holidays</li><li>Jewish holidays</li><li>Transit benefits</li><li>Short-term disability</li><li>Growth and upward mobility opportunities</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><strong>Interview Process</strong></p><ol><li>Interview with VP of Finance</li><li>Interview with CFO</li><li>HR interview / benefits review</li></ol><p><br /></p><p><strong>Why Join?</strong></p><ul><li>Privately owned, family-run company with a <strong>relaxed and modern culture</strong></li><li>Direct exposure to senior finance leadership</li><li>Management encourages employees to suggest and implement new ideas</li><li>Opportunity for <strong>career growth and upward mobility</strong></li><li>Exposure to <strong>inventory, wholesale operations, and international AP</strong></li><li>Company is preparing for a <strong>Microsoft Dynamics implementation</strong></li><li>Fun perks including company-designed jackets and retail products</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>