Summary: 

As an Accounts Payable specialist, you will be responsible for the planning, analysis and execution of company level finance processes and systems. 

Responsibilities: 

• Analyze, prioritize, execute and audit financial processes, accounts payable or otherwise, per standard schedules and as identified 
• Develop, establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors 
• Utilize analytical and decision-making skills to prioritize payment requests in accordance with company cash flow and departmental procedures 
• Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures 
• Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements 
• Provide proposals to department management on path forward and potential solutions
• Process due invoices for payment based on prioritization and cash flow management 
• Analyze and identify appropriate efficiencies to workflow processes 
• Reconcile purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges 
• Process transactions and perform accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts 
• Ensure the accuracy of an organization’s financial documents for payment, auditing, and tax purposes 
• Provide weekly cash flow analysis to department management and provide recommendations to department management 
• Manage accounts payable using accounting software and other programs 
• Reconcile the accounts payable ledger to ensure that all bills and payments are accounted for and properly posted 
• Appropriate handling of accounts payable for separate entities and vendors 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent relevant experience 
• 1-3 years of exp in Accounts Payable preferred 
• Experience with SAP or other accounting systems is preferred 

Knowledge/Skills: 

• Strong knowledge of financial acumen associated best practices 
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members with different cultural backgrounds and varying levels of financial literacy 
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills 
• Ability to remain confidential and handle sensitive data 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced & growing environment 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with high level of customer service and follow through 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and advanced Excel skills  

Additional Requirements: 

This role requires 5-10% of travel (domestic)