Accounts Payable Accountant (Hiring Immediately)

Accounts Payable Accountant Location: New York, NY (Midtown Manhattan Hybrid) Schedule: MondayThursday onsite | Friday remote Hours: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM About the Role LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a well-established philanthropic foundation to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Accountant for a consulting opportunity based in New York City. This role requires four days per week onsite in Midtown Manhattan and is initially a 3+ month engagement, with the potential to convert to a permanent position for the right candidate. If you are looking for your next opportunity to provide the following skills to a great organization, apply now for immediate consideration!

Key Responsibilities Process full-cycle accounts payable, including high-volume invoice entry, coding, approvals, and employee expense and credit card transactions Prepare and process weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, and checks), ensuring proper approvals and timely distribution Maintain and manage vendor records, including vendor setup, W-9s, banking details, and vendor updates Reconcile vendor statements and the AP subledger to the general ledger; investigate and resolve discrepancies and inquiries Maintain accurate accounts payable aging reports Support month-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, account reconciliations, and audit support Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual schedules; assist with ad hoc reporting and special projects Collaborate with internal departments and vendors to ensure timely and accurate processing Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field 3+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience Prior nonprofit industry experience strongly preferred Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs Experience with SAP, Sage Intacct, Fund EZ, or similar accounting systems Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proactive, adaptable, and open to learning new systems and processes Employment Type Consulting position (3+ months) with potential to convert to a permanent role $32-39/hr