Accounts Payable Associate / Accountant na SIFMA

SIFMA is seeking a talented individual to join our Finance and Accounting department in a role to oversee Accounts Payable (end to end) as well as manage certain accounting and reporting responsibilities (expense related). This person will possess a good background in processing Accounts Payable demonstrating the ability to “own” the process from new vendor creation, weekly AP processing, monthly reconciliations/tasks, and annual duties such as 1099 filing. We would look to this person to leverage existing systems to improve efficiency in tracking and reporting information as well as being a proponent of new updates/features that can benefit SIFMA. In addition to AP, this role also contains certain accounting responsibilities from maintaining certain balance sheet accounts to ad-hoc projects as directed by the Vice President of Finance.

Responsibilities:

• Run weekly AP process for SIFMA.
• Run weekly AP process for SIFMA Foundation (related party).
• Manage T&E (using Concur) expense process ensuring timely approvals and submissions.
• Ownership of Stampli (AP approval and processing software) and seek to enhance processes/ make changes for efficiency.
• Ownership of Accounts Payable module within Sage Intacct (general ledger).
• Manage process and procedure for new vendors in AP system (ensure W9s are obtained, etc.).
• Manage various reconciliations (accounts payable, corporate credit card).
• Maintain certain balance sheet accounts (i.e., accrued expenses, prepaid expenses).
• Upload various journal entries as needed/directed by supervisors.
• Assist with annual audits of both SIFMA and SIFMA Foundation and other ad-hoc projects.
• Train new employees on systems (Stampli, Concur, Project Approval).
• Annual sales/use tax filing.
• Expense analysis and reporting when needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in accounting preferred, specifically accounts payable.
• Possess strong technical, analytical, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Strong proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• The ability to collaborate with executive team members, clients, and other business stakeholders to ensure the integrity of company standards and operations.

About us:

SIFMA is the leading trade association for broker-dealers, investment banks and asset managers operating in the U.S. and global capital markets. On behalf of our industry's one million employees, we advocate on legislation, regulation and business policy affecting retail and institutional investors, equity and fixed income markets and related products and services. We serve as an industry coordinating body to promote fair and orderly markets, informed regulatory compliance, and efficient market operations and resiliency. We also provide a forum for industry policy and professional development. SIFMA, with offices in New York and Washington, D.C., is the U.S. regional member of the Global Financial Markets Association (GFMA). 

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Eligible to work remotely (up to 2 days per week)
• Mobile Subsidy

Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000

How to apply:

Please apply directly via our Careers Site or send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to [email protected] and indicate “AP Associate” in the subject line of your email.

SIFMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages interested individuals to apply.