The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing and processing the company's vendor invoices and payments accurately and efficiently. This role ensures that all expenses are processed in compliance with company policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment This role is hybrid with 3 days in office per week. Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely and accurate invoice and payment processing, including review and approval of invoices and vendors
- Collaborate with corporate and site teams to maintain proper organization of vendors, contracts and ensure correct coding and accurate recording of financial data.
- Maintain vendor relationships , address inquiries, and resolve any discrepancies or payment issues timely.
- Prepare and process electronic transfers, checks, and ACH payments in a timely manner.
- Prepare reconciliations of AP and vendor ledgers, accrued liabilities, prepaid expenses, and related expense accounts and management of related aging reports, etc.
- Assist the Financial Controller with fluctuation analyses for relevant accounts and cash forecasts
- Oversee month-end closing activities ensuring accurate financial records, including recording accruals and journal entries related to accounts payable.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with requisite regulatory filings, including 1099 reporting
- Support financial statement audits, as necessary
- improve efficiency and accuracy of payable processes, including identification, design and implementation of process and system changes
- Support Financial Controller in implementing processes and controls around multi-location invoice processing, cost allocation and reconciliation
- Support hiring, training and supervision of accounts payable team, as required
- Partner with accounting, operations, and site teams to resolve issues and improve processes
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
- 5+ years of experiences in accounts payable or general accounting role, experience leading a team strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP
- Proficiency with Microsoft office suite
- Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills
- Effective time management, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Benefits:
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K Match
- Parental Leave
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications of the position and may be subject to change or modification to meet the needs of the business.