AP Coordinator
Location: Westport, CT
Compensation: $25-27/hr
Schedule: Full-Time, In-Office
Reports To: AP Manager
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized AP Coordinator to join our accounting team in Westport, CT. This role is responsible for the day-to-day processing of vendor invoices, maintaining accurate vendor records, supporting payment processing, and ensuring timely and accurate accounts payable operations across multiple communities and development/construction projects.
The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and experience working in a fast-paced accounting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system
- Verify invoices have appropriate approvals prior to processing
- Ensure accurate General Ledger coding and expense allocation
- Maintain and update vendor records, including payment information and tax documentation
- Obtain and manage vendor W-9 forms and related records
- Process voucher batches and post transactions within the accounting system
- Coordinate invoice approvals with Office Managers and other stakeholders
- Reconcile vendor accounts and investigate discrepancies
- Research and resolve open payable items and vendor inquiries
- Respond professionally to vendor questions via phone and email
- Scan and electronically attach supporting documentation to invoices and vouchers
- Prepare, process, and distribute vendor payments
- Assist with month-end close activities and special accounting projects as needed
- Support the accounting team with administrative and operational tasks
- Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive work environment
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
- 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- Experience with Yardi would be ideal
- Experience using Ramp or similar expense management platforms
- Real estate, property management, construction, or multi-entity accounting experience a plus!
