Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Palo Alto, California. As part of our accounting operations, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial processes and compliance with company policies. This is a long-term contract position that requires strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:

- Review and process invoices in the accounts payable system, ensuring proper coding and approval workflows.

- Monitor vendor compliance documentation for onboarding new vendors.

- Generate and analyze accounts payable reports to provide insights and support decision-making.

- Perform accounts payable accruals and reconciliations, including employee expenses and credit card transactions.

- Audit credit card activities and ensure all receipts are properly collected and documented.

- Assess expense reports to confirm adherence to company policies.

- Prepare and organize audit support related to accounts payable and other accounting areas.

- Contribute to month-end close processes by preparing journal entries and account reconciliations.

- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in accounting records.

- Support external audits by preparing necessary schedules and documentation. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounts payable or relevant accounting functions.

- Strong knowledge of US accounting practices and principles.

- Proficiency in tools such as Netsuite, Floqast, Rippling, Ramp, and Expensify is highly preferred.

- Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, including pivot tables and lookup functions.

- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.

- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across teams.

- Proven problem-solving skills and a mindset for process improvements.

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