Staff Accountant – Accounts Payable

About the Role

AKDO is a leading luxury tile and stone company serving a nationwide network of dealers and showrooms. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Staff Accountant with a primary focus on Accounts Payable to join our Finance team in Bridgeport, CT. Reporting to the Controller, this position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices, vendor payments, and employee expense reports. This role maintains vendor records, resolves payment discrepancies, performs account reconciliations, supports month-end close activities, and ensures compliance with company policies and internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering excellent service while identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency. This is a fully onsite role based in Bridgeport, CT.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, code, and process invoices in accordance with company policies and approval workflows.
• Manage payment processing (ACH, wires) and maintain payment schedules.
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9 forms, payment terms, and contact information.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
• Perform AP reconciliations, including vendor statement reviews and issue resolution.
• Support month-end closing, including accruals and audit documentation.
• Process employee expense reports in compliance with company policy.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and documentation standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and system efficiency.
• Support general accounting and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
• 3+ years of accounting experience, including Accounts Payable responsibilities
• Experience in high-volume, B2B environments preferred
• Experience to both AR and AP functions is a plus
• Proficiency in ERP systems; NetSuite preferred
• Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables and VLOOKUPs
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills