Accounts Payable associateReed Elsevier

The Accounts Payable Associate primarily responsible for the efficient, timely and accurate accounting and payment of purchases/vendor payables, employee reimbursements/claims. The Accounts Payable Specialist ensures that generally accepted accounting principles, policies and procedures are complied with; internal controls are adhered to; terms of the service level agreement are consistently met; and that efficient workflows and best practices are adopted.
Accountabilities:
▪ Responsible for the daily verification and posting of vendor invoices and employee claims; reconciling vendor statements; resolving billing or payment disputes; proper and timely accounting of liabilities; and timely payment of vendor invoices and employee claims.
▪ Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close. Ensure that AP transactions are loaded to the General Ledger timely and accurately. Reconcile assigned accounts and verify propriety of postings and classifications ▪ Work with the relevant teams to ensure timely completion of year end audit
▪ Maintain Accounts Payable work instructions/procedures
▪ Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential
▪ Perform other duties as assigned or required
Requirements:
▪ Bachelor's degree in Accounting; CPA preferred
▪ Familiar with US GAAP
▪ A good working knowledge and understanding of the Accounts Payable function with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience. Experience working in MNC is preferred.
▪ Experience with ERPs (e.g. SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft); PC proficient - strong experience with Microsoft Excel (advanced excel skills a plus), Word, PowerPoint; experience with MS Access and Project a plus
▪ Logical thinker who constantly thinks of process improvements
▪ Good documentation skills
▪ Able to thrive in a fast-paced setting; able to multi-task, work under pressure and meet deadlines
▪ Strong organizational and prioritization skills
▪ Good interpersonal skills; and ability to work with a diverse group of people ▪ Customer-centric skills and personality
▪ Strong written and verbal communication skills.
▪ Must be independent yet a strong team player