Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company's outgoing payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies and procedures. Your expertise will help maintain smooth financial operations, support vendor relationships, and uphold the integrity of our accounting processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where your skills in accounting software, data entry, and financial concepts will shine. Yardi Experience required.

Duties

• Process all accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently using various accounting software such as Yardi, CRMiq, or QuickBooks.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders, receipts, and contracts to ensure proper authorization and accuracy.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly to maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Prepare and review journal entries related to accounts payable activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Maintain detailed records of all transactions, including invoice processing, approvals, and payments for audit purposes.
• Assist with month-end closing activities by performing account reconciliations and analyzing payable data.
• Support compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls by documenting processes and conducting internal audits as needed.
• Collaborate with the human resources department on benefits administration and payroll management tasks when required.
• Contribute to process improvements by recommending efficiencies in accounts payable workflows and utilizing tools like ADP, Kronos, or UltiPro.

Skills

• Strong understanding of accounting principles, double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and general ledger accounting.
• Proficiency in accounting software.
• Experience with accounts payable functions within public accounting or corporate environments.
• Knowledge of financial concepts related to accounts receivable, payroll management, and governmental accounting standards.
• Excellent data entry skills with high accuracy (10 key typing proficiency).
• Analytical mindset with the ability to perform account reconciliation and analyze financial data effectively.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems like ADP or UltiPro for benefits administration and payroll processing.
• Ability to perform journal entries and maintain detailed bookkeeping records efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills combined with attention to detail to ensure compliance with internal controls such as SOX.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments including finance, HR, and external vendors. Join us as an Accounts Payable Specialist where your expertise will drive operational excellence! We value energetic professionals eager to make a meaningful impact through meticulous financial management and innovative process improvements. If you thrive in a collaborative environment that celebrates precision and proactive problem-solving, we want to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote