AP Accounting Specialist-Part-Time #237777

Part-Time AP Accounting Specialist

Newark NJ Onsite
$50-60 Per Hour

Schedule: Part-Time 2-3 days a week

Description / Position Overview

This role owns the accuracy reconciliation and close support of the accounts payable function.

The AP Accounting Specialist is responsible for ensuring invoices accruals and balance sheet accounts are recorded correctly and reconciled on time. This role exists to maintain financial accuracy support clean month-end close and ensure audit-ready documentation across AP and related accounts.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail ownership of discrepancies and consistent follow-through in a deadline-driven environment.

What Youll Own

Accounts Payable Execution

Process and review invoices with a focus on accuracy and proper coding
Handle complex invoices accruals and adjustments tied to AP activity
Ensure timely and accurate recording of all AP transactions

Reconciliation & Close Support

Own balance sheet account reconciliations related to AP
Support month-end close by ensuring all AP-related entries are complete and accurate
Identify and resolve discrepancies between subledger and general ledger

Audit & Documentation

Maintain audit-ready documentation for AP transactions and reconciliations
Support internal and external audits with accurate records and clear explanations
Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal controls

Issue Resolution & Coordination

Research and resolve discrepancies across invoices vendors and accounts
Coordinate with internal teams to clarify and resolve issues quickly
Drive follow-through to ensure issues are fully closed

Must-Haves

Experience in accounts payable or general accounting within a structured environment
Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close
Ability to handle complex invoices accruals and discrepancy resolution
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables lookups)

Nice-to-Haves

Experience working with ERP or accounting systems
Exposure to audit support or audit preparation
Experience in high-volume or multi-entity environments

What Success Looks Like

First 90 Days

AP transactions are processed accurately with minimal errors
Reconciliations are completed on time with clear documentation
Discrepancies are identified and resolved without escalation

First 6 Months

Month-end close runs smoothly with minimal AP-related issues
Balance sheet accounts are consistently accurate and audit-ready
Improved visibility and control over AP processes and reconciliations

Final Invitation to Apply

If you are detail-oriented accountable and comfortable owning reconciliation and close processes this role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to financial accuracy and reporting.

If you have most of this experience and are confident you can take ownership wed like to hear from you.

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