divh2Accounts Payable Specialist/h2pThe Accounts Payable Specialist reports to the Director, Corporate Controller, and is responsible for overseeing accounts payable transactions for multiple properties. The position involves ensuring accuracy in financial processes, coordinating with various departments, and seeking improvements in efficiency. The role requires handling multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment and collaborating with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Experience in accounts payable with a focus on customer service setting is necessary. The individual is expected to assist with team collaboration, participate in process improvement initiatives, and maintain compliance with internal controls./ppResponsibilities include:/pulliPerform the day-to-day processing of all accounts payable transactions for multiple properties./liliReview invoices and statements to ensure all information is accurate, including proper coding of payables./liliCoordinate with personnel with regards to purchase orders./liliResolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal teams, including performing vendor reconciliations./liliReview vendor onboarding documentation and vendor changes and ensure accurate data entry in Yardi./liliPerform weekly check runs, ensuring accurate and timely execution of payments./liliAssist with reconciliation between third party payment processor (Paymode) and Yardi./liliGenerate metric reporting./liliInvestigate and identify solutions to enhance process efficiencies from invoice approval through payment processing./liliParticipate in special projects as required./liliPrepare, issue and file 1099s at year end./liliAssist in responding to audit requests./liliIssue stop payments from banks and reissue checks./liliRespond to year-end audit requests from vendors accountants./liliReview of expense reimbursements./li/ulpWhat success looks like includes:/pulliAbility to build strong working relationships with vendors and colleagues./liliProcess invoices in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and prompt resolution of discrepancies with vendors and internal departments./liliMeet or exceed key performance indicators and targets./liliEnsure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as regulatory requirements./liliContribute to the overall financial health and success of ESRT./li/ulpRequired skills/abilities include:/pulliExceptional written and oral communication skills./liliOutstanding customer service skills./liliAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment./liliExcellent analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills./liliStrong proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word)./li/ulpEducation and experience:/pulli5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable role required./liliYardi software experience preferred./liliExperience with process improvement and automation preferred./li/ulpPhysical requirements include:/pulliProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer./liliMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times./li/ulpWhat you can expect:/pulliAt ESRT, like our tenants, our employees come from everywhere. We foster a collaborative work environment that captures top talent and cultivates the best ideas. As a Great Place to Work Certified employer, we are committed to maintaining our positive work culture where employees are engaged and can grow and develop. In addition, ESRT employees embody our Company Culture Success Factors:/liliAdaptable you are a self-starter whos able to quickly digest and execute new processes to work both collaboratively and independently./liliDynamic you are solutions-oriented, aim to improve processes and implement efficiency, and offer insightful feedback to improve ESRT./liliDependable you take a strong sense of ownership and accountability over your work./liliPassionate you keep up with industry trends and are excited about the potential to propel the industry forward with a roll-up-your-sleeves attitude./liliCurious you consistently look for new ways to work smarter, not just harder./liliEthical you treat others with respect, act with integrity in how you perform your work, and embrace our collaborative culture./liliPositive you possess a service-oriented attitude with excellent follow through./li/ulpBenefits include:/pulliCompetitive base salary and bonus./liliHealth/Dental/Vision insurance./liliCompany sponsored Life, ADD, STD (with Salary Continuation), and LTD Insurance./liliVoluntary Enhanced LTD Program./liliVoluntary Hospital, Accident, and Cancer Programs./lili401(k) with 100% match up to 5%./liliPaid parental leave./liliPre-tax transit accounts./liliEmployee Assistance Program for emotional, financial, and legal support./li/ulpWell-being includes:/pulliGenerous paid time off./liliFlex Summer Fridays./liliEmployee engagement programs./liliVolunteer time off./liliContinuing education./liliComplimentary Empire State Building Observatory access./liliComplimentary gym membership and other wellness benefits./liliEmployee Discount Programs./li/ulp$70,000 - $75,000 a year/ppSalary is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, job location, size of property where applicable, and/or certifications. In addition to your base salary, ESRT provides discretionary annual bonuses./ppESRT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because they drive curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, reproductive choices, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, caregiver status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship for the Company are available for applicants and employees with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs./ppWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us./p/div