Accounts Payable Associate

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Financial Processing

• Review, verify, and record vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records including the setup of vendors.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries.
• Issue, reissue, and distribute checks; process special payment requests as needed.
• Process and record ACH payments.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and firm policies.

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Support annual reporting processes including 1099 preparation.
• Assist with account reconciliations and documentation preparation.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable files and supporting documentation.

Team Collaboration & Process Support

• Coordinate closely with the broader accounting and finance teams.
• Communicate professionally with clients and external vendors.
• Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills while balancing multiple priorities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiencies

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of one year of accounts payable or banking/financial services experience required; real estate experience a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with accounting or accounts payable software (e.g., Yardi, Bill, Expensify, or similar systems) preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Who We Are

#LifeatCohen

Sure, we like numbers. (But we’ll never treat you like one.)

At Cohen & Co our foundational principles offer insight into how we achieve an inclusive, growth-oriented culture that fuels the success of our firm, our clients and our people. In particular, we honor our foundational principle of “great people first” by:

• Championing the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion by embracing the unique stories, backgrounds, perspectives and ideas that come from our people; and
• Offering a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package, which allows each employee to use the benefits that best suits their needs. Our offerings go beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities, and so much more!

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• Discover our Passion, Purpose & Expertise
• Learn more about our Firm's culture

*Base compensation offered to candidates are determined based on factors such as candidate's relevant skillset, experience, licensure, and certifications, as well as job responsibilities, geography, market considerations, and organizational needs. At Cohen & Co, we don't stop at setting ourselves apart by offering competitive base compensation. As part of our 'great people first' foundational principle, our firm offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that allows each employee to design a package that best suits their needs and goes beyond standard options, including time off outside of your standard PTO to recharge and give back to the community, annual discretionary merit increases and bonuses, talent development resources to tap into growth opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity of thought and background to build an inclusive and energized culture and better meet the needs of our clients.

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