Accounts Payable Specialist at New Meadowlands Racetrack – East Rutherford, New Jersey

Verify, obtain approvals and pay all vendors and employees in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with accounting policies, procedures and management approval.

Job Duties

Compares purchase orders to invoices and distribute to proper department head for approval. Process all approved invoices for payment. Summarize payments due and communicate cash needs to the Director of Finance or the Chief Financial Officer for approval. Handle all vendor inquiries with tact and reconcile all vendor statements. Makes management aware of any vendor concerns pertaining to a loss of service. Maintain all necessary files and registers for accounts payable in an organized manner. Prepare all appropriate period closing reports and entries. Keep the management promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance. Ensures compliance with all regulatory controls of the State of New Jersey. Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent. One to two full years of employment in related position. Requires knowledge of accounting and hospitality profession. Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and basic arithmetic functions. Must possess communication skills in terms of the ability to negotiate with and convince vendors. Proficiency in using Business Central Accounting Software is a plus. Must be able to qualify for and maintain licensure as required by the New Jersey Racing Commission.