Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client is seeking an Accounting Specialist to play an integral role on their team. The company is in a major growth mode and wants you to take part in special projects as they have acquired new companies. You will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and take part in some rewarding projects. This role offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, 401k matching at 6%, flexible schedule and remote flexibility once trained. Our client is team-oriented, provides a collaborative work culture that promotes from within. If you are an accounting professional eager to take your career to the next level, this is the job for you! Apply today!

Benefits Include:

· 3 weeks PTO

· Paid Holidays

· Medical, Dental, Vision. Life Insurance

· STD, LTD

· Pet Insurance

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Gym Membership

Accounting Specialist Job Responsibilities:

• Review invoices and check requests including ensuring appropriate documentation prior to payment.
• Sort and match invoices and check requests
• Set invoices up for payment through internal systems.
• Process check requests by coding and inputting check information.
• Prepare and process accounts payable checks, wire transfers and ACH payments.
• Work with vendors on reconciliation of credit card and bank payments; find processing errors and take corrective action. Verify entries and compare system reports to balances.
• Maintain accurate historical records of payments and actions around payments.
• Prepare analysis of accounts
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Completes vendor file maintenance including updating address, names, terms and add new vendors according to policy and procedures.
• Correspond with vendors and respond to inquiries.
• Produce monthly reports.
• Assist in month end closing duties.
• Invoice coding
• Prepare and make bank deposits.
• Assist with preparation for annual audits.
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, including ledgers, journals, receipts, and invoices.
• Perform administrative and other tasks as needed.

Accounting Specialist Qualifications/Skills:

• Understanding of GAAP accounting principles
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or other accounting software
• Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in entering financial data
• Outstanding math and research skills
• Proficiency with 10-key typing and data entry
• Deadline-driven with excellent time management ability

Education and Experience Requirements:

• 1-3 years of general accounting experience
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field preferred
• Experience with ERP software

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.