Eliassen Group
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This range is provided by Eliassen Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $30.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Client Description Our Life Sciences client needs help with their year end finance operations. There is an immediate 3 – 4 months contract opening for an Accounts Payable processing specialist to handle direct and indirect invoices. Experience with SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) is a must. Hybrid (must be onsite 2 days per week).
Hybrid | Cambridge, MA
We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Responsibilities 1. Invoice Management and Processing
Receiving and Verifying Invoices:
AP professionals are responsible for receiving vendor invoices, verifying their accuracy, ensuring proper authorization, and matching them against purchase orders and receiving reports (commonly known as three-way matching). This process helps prevent errors, duplicate payments, and supports precise financial records.
Data Entry:
Entering validated invoice details into the accounting system, allocating expenses to the correct accounts, and ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.
2. Payment Execution
Scheduling and Processing Payments:
Preparing and executing payments to vendors using various methods (checks, ACH transfers, wire transfers), while adhering to agreed-upon terms to avoid late fees and take advantage of early payment discounts.
Remittance and Record Closure:
Sending remittance details to vendors and closing out invoices in the system once paid.
Communication and Issue Resolution:
Responding to vendor inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining positive relationships to ensure smooth business operations.
Vendor Setup and Maintenance:
Ensuring accurate vendor records, including banking information and tax documents, and setting up new vendors in the accounting system.
4. Expense Report Processing
Review and Validation:
Reviewing employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company policies, verifying receipts and supporting documentation, and processing reimbursements.
5. Account Reconciliation and Financial Oversight
Reconciling Accounts:
Comparing vendor statements with internal records, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and reconciling general ledger accounts related to payables to ensure financial accuracy.
Month-End Close Support:
Assisting with the month-end close process by reconciling outstanding payments and accruals, ensuring all financial records are up to date.
Experience Requirements Key Skills and Qualifications
Experience with AP systems (must have experience with SAP VIM)
Strong communication and consultative skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements
Must be in the office in Cambridge, MA two days a week (Monday/Tuesday); the rest of the week can be remote.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
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This range is provided by Eliassen Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $30.00/hr - $40.00/hr
Client Description Our Life Sciences client needs help with their year end finance operations. There is an immediate 3 – 4 months contract opening for an Accounts Payable processing specialist to handle direct and indirect invoices. Experience with SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) is a must. Hybrid (must be onsite 2 days per week).
Hybrid | Cambridge, MA
We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Responsibilities 1. Invoice Management and Processing
Receiving and Verifying Invoices:
AP professionals are responsible for receiving vendor invoices, verifying their accuracy, ensuring proper authorization, and matching them against purchase orders and receiving reports (commonly known as three-way matching). This process helps prevent errors, duplicate payments, and supports precise financial records.
Data Entry:
Entering validated invoice details into the accounting system, allocating expenses to the correct accounts, and ensuring all transactions are properly recorded.
2. Payment Execution
Scheduling and Processing Payments:
Preparing and executing payments to vendors using various methods (checks, ACH transfers, wire transfers), while adhering to agreed-upon terms to avoid late fees and take advantage of early payment discounts.
Remittance and Record Closure:
Sending remittance details to vendors and closing out invoices in the system once paid.
Communication and Issue Resolution:
Responding to vendor inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining positive relationships to ensure smooth business operations.
Vendor Setup and Maintenance:
Ensuring accurate vendor records, including banking information and tax documents, and setting up new vendors in the accounting system.
4. Expense Report Processing
Review and Validation:
Reviewing employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company policies, verifying receipts and supporting documentation, and processing reimbursements.
5. Account Reconciliation and Financial Oversight
Reconciling Accounts:
Comparing vendor statements with internal records, identifying and resolving discrepancies, and reconciling general ledger accounts related to payables to ensure financial accuracy.
Month-End Close Support:
Assisting with the month-end close process by reconciling outstanding payments and accruals, ensuring all financial records are up to date.
Experience Requirements Key Skills and Qualifications
Experience with AP systems (must have experience with SAP VIM)
Strong communication and consultative skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements
Must be in the office in Cambridge, MA two days a week (Monday/Tuesday); the rest of the week can be remote.
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact InfoSec@eliassen.com.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Contract
Job function Information Technology
Industries Business Consulting and Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Eliassen Group by 2x
Get notified about new Accounts Payable Specialist jobs in
Cambridge, MA .
#J-18808-Ljbffr