JOB TITLE: Accounts Payable Specialist
LOCATION: San Jose, CA
DURATION: 6 Months
PAY RANGE: $40 - $45/hr.
Company:
Our client is a global technology leader known for its innovative consumer electronics, mobile devices, and cutting-edge semiconductor solutions.
Job Descriptions:
Accounts Payable Specialist will be a key member of the Accounting Department. This position will directly report to the Accounting Manager. The candidate will be primarily responsible for managing the daily operations of Accounts Payable and also handling various general accounting functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting research, accounting data analysis, etc. Accounts Payable function includes processes/reviews of invoices, month-end closing, responses to vendor/invoice issues, etc. AP Specialist must be able to work independently, as well as within a team environment in order to provide outstanding service to our internal and external business partners. An ideal candidate will have a track record of successfully operating in dynamic environments.
Job Responsibilities:
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Company's financial records
Perform and monitor accounts payable activities, including processes and reviews of invoices to ensure accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance with company policies
Establish and maintain processes ensuring that accounts payable transactions are properly authorized and recorded accurately in accordance with company guidelines
Provide guidance and training to both vendors and internal business partners on requirements for invoice verification to improve invoice processing efficiency
Analyze accounting data and interpret statistical information to identify areas for improvement and make suggestions for improvements
Responsible for AP month-end closing, including flux analysis, AP-related accruals and balance sheet reconciliations, expense allocations, etc.
Support the month-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and various accounting reports of financial results
Collaborate with IT and PI teams to maintain and improve the internal invoice verification system for efficiencies in invoice processing
Assist in quarterly and annual auditors reviews to help facilitate an optimal audit process
Support in establishing and maintaining SOX controls regarding AP processes to achieve corporate objectives and ensure current processes are accurately documented
Assist other team members daily responsibilities as a backup when necessary
Training and mentoring junior staff
Participate in the development of policies and procedures, ensure compliance with established policies and procedures, and make recommendations for changes and improvements
Requirements:
Bachelor s degree with 3+ years of experience in Accounting (large public company experience desirable)
Must have GL accounting and closing experiences
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to demonstrate strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet critical deadlines
Self-motivated individual with demonstrated experience and continuous desire to improve and streamline processes
ERP systems experience (SAP a plus)
Ability to effectively work across teams and levels, both within the accounting functions and across functions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to analyze and write commentary to explain results/variances in a concise and clear manner
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, V-Look, etc.)
BENEFITS SUMMARY: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching.
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Numbers & Facts
Location
San Jose, CA
Salary
$40–$45 Per Hour
Skills
Accountingunmatched
Accounting Closeunmatched
Accounts Payableunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Balance Sheetunmatched
Billingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Consumer Electronicsunmatched
Corporate Complianceunmatched
Corporate Policiesunmatched
Data Analysisunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
Establish Prioritiesunmatched
Expense Allocationunmatched
Financeunmatched
Financial Reportingunmatched
Flux Analysisunmatched
General Ledger Accountingunmatched
Journal Entriesunmatched
Leading Edge Technologyunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Mobile Devicesunmatched
Operationsunmatched
Operations Managementunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Pivot Tablesunmatched
Policy Developmentunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Procedure Developmentunmatched
Process Developmentunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Public Accountingunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Requirements Validation/Verificationunmatched
SAPunmatched
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)unmatched
Semiconductorsunmatched
Statisticsunmatched
Technical Accountingunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Technical Researchunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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