Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant at Speed Xpress Inc. – North New Hyde Park, New York

About Speed Xpress Inc.

Founded in 2022, SpeedX offers a superior last-mile delivery experience designed to better connect brands to customers. At SpeedX, we’re more than just a delivery company – we’re partners in success. We believe that ecommerce delivery shouldn’t be a hassle, a financial strain, or a source of stress for businesses. We created a next-level delivery experience that’s designed to meet business's needs, exceed their expectations, and future-proof their ecommerce business.

In just three years of business, we have grown our client list to over a dozen online marketplaces, 3PLs and direct retailers and are now delivering over 300,000 packages daily worldwide – with the number constantly growing. And we have no plans of slowing down.

About the role:

We're looking for an organized, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Accountant who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes ownership of their work, builds strong vendor relationships, and plays a key role in keeping our financial operations running smoothly.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic finance team, sharpen your accounting skills, and grow within a company that values efficiency, accuracy, and collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Process high-volume vendor invoices with accuracy and proper coding
• Manage payment runs — ACH, wire, and checks — while maintaining organized payment schedules
• Review and process employee expense reports in a timely manner
• Reconcile the AP subledger to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor master data and ensure adherence to company policies
• Support month-end close activities and assist with accruals
• Assist with audit requests and 1099 reporting

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–4 years of AP or accounting operations experience
• Familiarity with invoice processing systems and ERP platforms (NetSuite preferred)
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes is a plus

Nice to have

• Experience in a logistics, transportation, warehouse, or service industry is a plus
• Bilingual English/Mandarin a plus

Core Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• High degree of integrity and discretion with confidential financial information

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and company holidays
• 401(k) with company match