Job Description

Accounts Payable Specialist - Private Equity

We are currently seeking candidates for an Accounts Payable Specialist position with a successful Investment Management firm based in Boston, MA. This role involves hands on experience managing the full-cycle accounts payable function, including vendor setup, invoice coding, contract review and matching, and processing payments. The ideal candidate will have 1-2+ years of experience in accounts payable and general accounting.

This 3+ month contract pays $28-38//hour, based on experience. The position follows a hybrid model, with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote each week.

Responsibilities:

• Process accounts payable requests promptly and accurately in accordance with company policies, business terms, and internal controls.

• Review and process employee expense reports; prepare ad hoc reports as needed for the AP Manager.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure consistent, high-quality service.

• Oversee initial vendor setup, including collecting W-9 forms and banking information, and entering vendor details into the ERP system.

• Serve as a key point of contact for vendors regarding invoice status, payments, and banking inquiries.

• Ensure all payments are compliant with firm policies, Limited Partnership Agreements, Advisory Agreements, and applicable contracts.

• Assist with documentation efforts, including organizing and maintaining records for audits and internal reference.

• Monitor and help mitigate financial and operational risks on an ongoing basis.

• Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to confirm that invoices and payments align with contract terms.

• Provide additional support to the AP team and broader finance function as needed.

  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)

• 1–2+ years of accounting experience with a strong focus on accounts payable, internships included

• Experience with Workday and/or PeopleSoft (preferred)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, strong Excel skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across teams

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

• Well-developed organizational and time management skills

  
  

For immediate consideration, interested and qualified candidates should send their resume to Lydia at [email protected].




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Contract work, Internship, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, 2 days per week,

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