Accounts Payable Lead | Queens, NY 75,000–90,

Accounts Payable Lead Queens NY $75000$90000

About the Role
Were looking for an experienced detail-oriented Accounts Payable Lead to join our team. This is a hands-on in-person role for someone who can juggle multiple client accounts own the full AP and payroll cycle and hold themselves to a high standard of accuracy and professionalism. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced service-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Own the full AP cycle: receive verify and reconcile invoices accurately and on time
• Perform invoice and GL data entry selecting appropriate accounts and attaching invoices in the system
• Manage vendor W-9 collection and maintain vendor records
• Track payment schedules and process payments via check online vendor accounts and online banking
• Monitor AP aging reports verify balances and guide clients on payment prioritization
• Identify and flag fraudulent or duplicate invoices; process credits adjustments and corrections
• Issue stop payments manage cash flow and process fund transfers as needed
• Handle employee reimbursements and generate purchase orders
• Process 1099 reports at year-end; produce AP-related reports and handle ad hoc requests
• Support month-end close with accurate timely reporting

Payroll

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles accurately and on time including during high-volume or complex weeks
• Review timesheets compute earnings and deductions and ensure compliance with federal state and local laws
• Handle off-cycle checks bonuses terminations and payroll adjustments
• Maintain payroll records employee data and system updates
• Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with accounting for accurate GL entries
• Prepare and file quarterly and year-end payroll reports (W-2s 1099s etc.)
• Onboard new payroll clients and document processes to enable delegation and coverage

Client & Team Relations

• Serve as the primary AP contact for clients communicating clearly proactively and professionally
• Guide clients on payment prioritization based on aging urgency and business impact
• Communicate issues and risks to leadership promptly framing problems in a way that drives resolution
• Collaborate with account leads offshore staff and operations to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Provide training guidance and support to team members within your areas of expertise

Qualifications

• 3 years of accounts payable experience required
• 2 years of payroll processing experience; multi-state payroll strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and compliance: FLSA state/local tax garnishments
• Proficiency in payroll and accounting software (ADP Paychex Gusto QuickBooks Payroll or equivalent)
• Strong Excel skills and data entry accuracy
• Solid understanding of finance accounting and bookkeeping principles
• Exceptional attention to detail organizational skills and time management
• Clear structured written and verbal communication skills

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