job summary: Exciting opportunity for an Accounts Payable Accountant to join a growing Beverage Company. The AP Accountant will report directly to the Controller and manage the company's AP process. location: Norwalk, Connecticut job type: Permanent salary: $70,000 - 80,000 per year work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelor's degree experience: 2 Years responsibilities: Be the first point of contact for incoming mail, swiftly processing it to keep operations running seamlessly.Skillfully organize invoices for approval, adhering to our internal policies and procedures.Manage the receipt and processing of vendor invoices and employee expenses with precision, utilizing Concur Invoice and Expense system to streamline operations.Serve as a subject matter expert in NetSuite and Concur, offering valuable training to colleagues and ensuring smooth backup processes.Thoroughly audit invoices and prior balances, diligently following up for internal approval.Champion the accurate determination of general ledger account coding, ensuring financial integrity.Execute daily invoice batches flawlessly, handling coding and data entry efficiently.Proactively monitor invoice approval in alignment with payment deadlines, taking swift action to maintain momentum.Collaborate with the management team to propose weekly vendor payments, ensuring alignment with approved schedules.Prepare and post manual checks, credit card payments, and ACH payments accurately.Conduct meticulous matching of checks to invoices and support documentation before presenting them for signing.Maintain a consistent schedule for mailing checks and remittance stubs to vendors, fostering strong vendor relationships.Conduct thorough reconciliation of monthly vendor statements, promptly addressing any discrepancies.Foster effective communication with staff and vendors regarding invoices, promoting transparency and clarity.Uphold organized vendor files and meticulous 1099 backup, ensuring compliance and accuracy.Skillfully prepare 1099's, contributing to regulatory compliance.Offer flexible support to colleagues to meet departmental deadlines, fostering a collaborative environment.Embrace special projects aligned with accounting and finance objectives, showcasing your versatility and initiative.Assist in month-end bank reconciliations and account reconciliations, contributing to the integrity of financial reporting. qualifications: 1-5 years of accounting or finance experience, with a preference for previous accounts payable experience.Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.Familiarity with NetSuite and Concur is advantageous, although not essential. PLEASE NOTE THIS ROLE REQUIRES THE EMPLOYEE TO WORK ON SITE IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY CONNECTICUT. skills: AP Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.