AP Accountant

📍 Long Island City, NY (On-Site)

💰 $70,000 – $80,000

A growing, global engineering organization is seeking an AP Accountant to join its lean finance team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who can jump in quickly, manage high-volume accounts payable, and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role

This position plays a key role in overseeing the full accounts payable cycle while supporting broader accounting functions, including reconciliations and project-based accounting. The team operates across multiple entities, including international transactions, so attention to detail and adaptability are critical.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume AP processing (500+ invoices/month)
• Process payments through banking and vendor portals
• Maintain accurate AP records in QuickBooks Desktop
• Perform account reconciliations, including foreign currency transactions
• Communicate with domestic and international vendors
• Support project and construction-related accounting activities
• Partner closely with internal teams including procurement and project accounting
• Utilize Excel for reporting, tracking, and reconciliations

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of accounting experience, with strong high-volume AP exposure
• Experience with foreign currency transactions (required)
• Proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop and advanced Excel
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience working across multiple entities
• Background in property management, nonprofit, or project-based accounting is a plus
• Exposure to affordable housing or fund-based accounting is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting preferred

Work Environment

• On-site, Monday–Friday (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• Collaborative, small accounting team with high visibility

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($70K–$80K)
• 100% employer-paid healthcare
• On-site health facility
• Flexible scheduling
• 12 days PTO + 10 sick days
• Retirement plan with company match

Interview Process

• On-site interview
• Quick decision process

For an immediate response, please send your resume to jcanabal@ascendo.com

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Josh Canabal