Accounts Payable Specialist

Empire Merchants North • Coxsackie, NY • Full Time

Posted on Fri, Jun 19, 2026

Empire Merchants North is the premier wine and spirits distributor in Upstate New York with roots going back to the end of Prohibition. With more than 600 dedicated employees and state-of-the-art facilities, Empire Merchants North has become synonymous with both service and quality and has earned the loyalty of more than 9,000 area restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, and retail outlets. Empire Merchants North acts as a marketing agent for the brands that we represent and is proud to employ the most knowledgeable and well-equipped sales force in Upstate New York.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support our Accounting team in Coxsackie, NY

Full-Time | Monday - Friday | Hybrid Schedule after Training

Responsible for Accounts Payable processing and analysis. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS

·       Performs all AP for Trade and Non-trade functions including but not limited to sorting, scanning, coding of invoices, securing approvals and processing payments.

·       Maintains trade vendor EFT schedules.

·       Identify and prioritize invoices per cash discount potential and payment terms.

·       Process 3-way match for trade vendor invoices.

·       Process check requests.

·       Match invoices to checks, distribute checks accordingly.

·       Setup trade and non-trade vendors, securing and verifying W9.

·       1099 Maintenance

·       Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies and follow up on outstanding invoices from vendors.

·       Using scanning software, maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices 

·       Maintains organization’s stability and reputation by complying with federal and state regulations

·       Assist and/or work with company auditors as required.

·       Assist with other projects as needed.

·       Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), Flexible Spending Account, 401K, PTO, vacation accrual, and more.

• Hourly Rate $19 - 21 per hour / Full time / Monday - Friday / Hybrid work schedule after training 

• The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience when making an offer.


Empire Merchants North is the premier wine and spirits distributor in Upstate New York with roots going back to the end of Prohibition. With more than 600 dedicated employees and state-of-the-art facilities, Empire Merchants North has become synonymous with both service and quality and has earned the loyalty of more than 9,000 area restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, and retail outlets. Empire Merchants North acts as a marketing agent for the brands that we represent and is proud to employ the most knowledgeable and well-equipped sales force in Upstate New York.

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support our Accounting team in Coxsackie, NY

Full-Time | Monday - Friday | Hybrid Schedule after Training

Responsible for Accounts Payable processing and analysis. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS

·       Performs all AP for Trade and Non-trade functions including but not limited to sorting, scanning, coding of invoices, securing approvals and processing payments.

·       Maintains trade vendor EFT schedules.

·       Identify and prioritize invoices per cash discount potential and payment terms.

·       Process 3-way match for trade vendor invoices.

·       Process check requests.

·       Match invoices to checks, distribute checks accordingly.

·       Setup trade and non-trade vendors, securing and verifying W9.

·       1099 Maintenance

·       Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies and follow up on outstanding invoices from vendors.

·       Using scanning software, maintains files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices 

·       Maintains organization’s stability and reputation by complying with federal and state regulations

·       Assist and/or work with company auditors as required.

·       Assist with other projects as needed.

·       Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

 COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), Flexible Spending Account, 401K, PTO, vacation accrual, and more.

• Hourly Rate $19 - 21 per hour / Full time / Monday - Friday / Hybrid work schedule after training 

• The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience when making an offer.


QUALIFICATIONS

 Education, Certifications and/or licenses:

High School Diploma or equivalent, college preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

1 - 2 years AP experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

      Experience with SAP or similar enterprise wide system is a plus

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Proficient PC skills using MS Office and other various computer systems.

Must be a result oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion.

Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Empire Merchants North is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Empire Merchants North will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.

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Skills & Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

 Education, Certifications and/or licenses:

High School Diploma or equivalent, college preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

1 - 2 years AP experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

      Experience with SAP or similar enterprise wide system is a plus

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Proficient PC skills using MS Office and other various computer systems.

Must be a result oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion.

Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, attention to detail and meet deadlines.

Empire Merchants North is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Empire Merchants North will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities.

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