Accounts Payable Accountant

A fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the life sciences industry: Our client, a growing biotechnology firm in Boston, is looking for an Accounts Payable Accountant. Reporting to the Controller, the AP Accountant will partner with many departments within the company and work with the Controller to continue building a high-performing finance function.Specific ResponsibilitiesProcess various types of accounts payable transactions including vendor invoices, recurring payments, and manual check requests in accordance with policies and controlsEnsure invoices are accurately coded, approved, posted, and processed within established deadlinesInvestigate and resolve problems associated with processing of invoices and purchase ordersMonitor disbursements dashboard to ensure timely paymentsRespond and interact with internal customers and vendors/suppliersGenerate reports for review such as exception reports, accounts payable aging reports, and other month-end reports as requestedEnsure the completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of the dataEnsure vendor maintenance is kept up to date and respond to all vendor inquiresAssist in month end closingProvide audit supportJob Requirements1+ years directly applicable accounts payable/accounting experience or robust accounting/finance internshipsStrong customer service-type attitude and ability to successfully deal with employee and vendor questions and resolve issuesAbsolute integrity and the use of good judgment to handle the confidential nature of duties, tasks, and informationIncredibly detail oriented and results drivenAbility to meet critical deadlinesStrong Microsoft Office skillsCompensation:$55-70k/yearWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.