ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE

*We do not consider incomplete or Quick Apply applications. *

About the Organization:

BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH ALLIANCE OF NEW YORK LLC ('BRANY')
 

BRANY is the premiere resource for research support services for hospitals, universities, government agencies, and academic medical centers, as well as biotechnology, pharmaceutical and device companies. The services offered by BRANY, which are designed to improve research efficiency and quality, include but are not limited to ethics review, budget and contract negotiation, auditing, monitoring, and research billing and collections. BRANY was founded in 1998 and is owned by four leading academic medical centers — NYU School of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and Northwell Health.

Other divisions of BRANY include HRP Consulting Group (HRP) that provides human research protection consulting services, Tech Software, a leading provider of SaaS compliance solutions, and the CITI Program, a trusted provider of online research, ethics and compliance training. The CITI Program serves millions of learners in the U.S. and around the world.

BRANY is a growing company with a unique company culture that deeply cares about its team members. We are seeking hardworking, collaborative, ambitious, and accountable professionals looking to grow in an industry that contributes to the advancement of science, fosters learning, and facilitates innovation that promotes health and improves quality of life. 

General Summary/Objective:

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for the payment of goods and services purchased by the organization. This role also serves as an auditor, ensuring that invoices are accurate and that proper accounting procedures are followed for the purchasing and payment of goods and services. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

1. Accurately reviews incoming invoices from vendors and reconciles discrepancies prior to entering in NetSuite.  Utilizing NetSuite, enters monthly invoices received from outside vendors.
2. Accurately releases payment to vendors, including those to investigative sites and sponsor refunds, according to “payment due” dates.
3. Onboard new vendors.
4. Reach out to vendors to obtain monthly vendor statements.
5. Provides administrative support to the Accounting Manager, Corporate Controller & Chief Financial Officer, including any assistance required for annual financial audit.
6. Files all accounts payable related paperwork.
7. Assists AP Supervisor, Accounting Manager, Corporate Controller, CFO or Department staff in other activities as needed.                   

Non-Essential Functions will be noted by asterisk (*)

Schedule:

Part-time: 14 hours per week. Flexible dates and hours.

Education required:    

Associate degree or higher

Experience Required: 

3 years’ accounts payable experience.

Qualifications:

Microsoft Office at the intermediate level or above. QuickBooks/NetSuite experience preferred.

SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE

Location:

Remote

Physical Demands and Environment:    

This is a largely sedentary role. Some filing is required involving the ability to lift files, open cabinets and bend or stand as necessary. The position requires the individual to see, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands, fingers, and reach with hands and arms. This position operates in an office environment using standard office equipment.

Travel: 

No travel is expected for this position.

Salary/Exempt Status: 

$20 - $27.50/Non-exempt

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Group life Insurance
• Voluntary supplemental insurance
• Generous paid time off

EEO and Accommodations:

BRANY fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity.  It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment based on qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.  In accordance with requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and applicable state laws, it is our policy to provide reasonable accommodation upon request during the application process to eligible applicants in order that they may be given a full and fair opportunity to be considered for employment.  As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we intend to comply fully with applicable federal and state employment laws and the information requested on this application will only be used for purposes consistent with those laws.

BRANY is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, BRANY will take the steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact a BRANY representative at HR@brany.com