Job Description
Launch your finance career with Financial Solutions Group, a leading provider of innovative financial services in the Bay Area. We're seeking a detail-oriented Entry Level Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic team in San Francisco. This full-time, direct hire role offers comprehensive training, competitive benefits, and clear growth pathways within our expanding organization.
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you'll be the cornerstone of our vendor payment operations, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions while maintaining strong vendor relationships. Our collaborative environment values precision and professional development, making this ideal for recent graduates or professionals transitioning into finance.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume accounts payable invoices, verifying accuracy and coding expenses according to company policies
- Manage vendor communications and resolve payment discrepancies efficiently
- Reconcile vendor statements and ensure payment terms compliance
- Maintain organized digital and physical records of all payment transactions
- Assist with month-end closing procedures and financial reporting tasks
- Collaborate with procurement and accounting teams on process improvements
- Utilize ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) to process payments and track expenses
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Bachelor's preferred)
- 0-2 years of accounts payable or finance internship experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy
- Basic understanding of accounting principles and GAAP
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proactive problem-solving mindset with collaborative spirit