Accounts Payable Specialist

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Jane Street Full time
About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our New York and global Accounting teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for tracking, reconciling, and processing expenses, as well as identifying opportunities to enhance our current accounts payable processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in month-end close procedures by preparing reconciliations and analyses, recording accruals for unbilled expenses, and resolving expense discrepancies within the accounting system.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline invoice entry and payment processes.
  • Work closely with other team members, including our accounting-specific technology team, to improve processes and ensure the group's goals are met.
  • Review and amend expense reports for accuracy and completeness to meet financial reporting and tax requirements, and record entries for self-assessed sales and use tax.
  • Provide guidance and assistance to colleagues throughout the firm on our policies and procedures for submitting firm expenses.
  • Oversee the status of the monthly corporate credit card process by communicating with individual cardholders and approvers, tracking card balances throughout the month, and ensuring statements are ready to be paid in a timely fashion.
About You

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounting and experience in accounts payable or expense control. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of prepaids, accruals, and sales tax, and an understanding of how those concepts fit into the broader world of accounts payable.

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in accounts payable or expense control.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically analyze data and identify opportunities for process improvement.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and experience with financial software and systems.
  • Financial services background and knowledge of US GAAP is a plus.


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