Accounts Payable Specialist (Real Estate)

We are looking for 2 talented, organized, & detail oriented Account Payable Specialist to join our growing team.

This position is responsible for the payment of goods and services purchased by EJF. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring that invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed for the purchasing and payment of goods and services.

Duties and responsibilities:

- Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.
- Prioritize invoices according to payment terms.
- Process check requests .
- Audit and process credit card bills.
- Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks and distribute checks accordingly.
- 1099 maintenance.
- Communicates with co-workers, management, clients, franchisees and others regarding purchases.
- Respond to all vendor inquiries.
- Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies.
- Assist in month end closing.
- Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices.
- Assist with other projects as needed.

Qualifications:

- 2 years of specialized accounts payable experience.
- Degree in accounting or related field. 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
- Must have strong work ethics.
- Must be well organized and a self-starter.
- Must be able to follow standard filing procedures.
- Detail oriented, professional attitude, and reliable.
- Working knowledge of Quickbooks.
- Proficient in Excel and Word, 10-key by touch, (insert accounting systems) experience a plus.
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
- Strong problem-solving skills, basic accounting principles knowledge, documentation skills, research and resolution skills, data analysis and multi-tasking skills.
- Thorough knowledge of applicable accounts payable/general ledger systems and procedures, financial chart of accounts and corporate procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact with employees and vendors in a professional manner.
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

If this interests you, kindly send your updated resume inf PDF format and your hourly rate to christine.ledesma@ejfrealestate.com. On the subject line, please indicate Accounts Payable Specialist - Name.