Accounts Payable Accountant

• Pay or shift range: $32.78 USD to $35.28 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

The Accounts Payable Accountant is responsible for processing vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and credit card reports. This role involves managing payments and performing monthly reconciliations. The Accounts Payable Accountant also serves as a key point of contract for addressing payment inquiries.

The accounting department plays a critical role in the financial health of the organization. Its core responsibilities include preparing and processing payments for bills, issuing customer invoices and managing cash receipts, maintaining the general ledger, and preparing accurate financial statements.

Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.

• Analyzing and processing invoices and employee reimbursements for payments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure proper coding and approvals in accordance with company policy.
• Review and reconcile credit card transactions, ensuring proper coding and supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor and employee records.
• Respond to vendor and employee inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies professionally and promptly.
• Prepare and process payments via check, ACH, or wire transfer, including uploading positive pay files.
• Assist with month-end closing by preparing accruals.
• Support internal audits and external financial audits by providing required documentation.
• Prepare weekly disbursement summary for cash report.
• Additional responsibilities as requested by leadership.

• Education/experience requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
• Associate’s degree in finance or accounting + 1 year of applicable work experience
• High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience
• Applicable work experience includes comparable roles in the accounting industry
• With strong preference and proficiency in Sage Intacct, Paymerang, Emburse Professional, and Flo Qast
• At least 21 years of age
• TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements

• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work as a team player within the department and the agency
• Strong organizational skills and time management skills
  
  Ability to adapt to changes while working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet accounts payable deadlines

• Hybrid;
  Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
• Required to be at Oakland office every Thursday
• Starting at $32.78- $35.28 per hour
• Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
• Salary increases each year
• 5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
• Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
• Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
• Promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington

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