Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team in the heart of San Francisco! Innovate Financial Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to optimize our payment processes and drive financial excellence. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work 3 days remotely while collaborating with our dynamic downtown team. You'll leverage cutting-edge ERP systems and contribute to our mission of redefining financial operations in the tech industry. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development stipends, and a culture that values work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice processing, payment scheduling, and vendor reconciliation
- Implement automation strategies to streamline AP workflows and reduce processing time by 30%
- Conduct 3-way matching and resolve payment discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders
- Collaborate with procurement and accounting teams to optimize vendor terms and early payment discounts
- Prepare monthly AP reports and key performance metrics for senior leadership
- Lead month-end closing activities and support audits with accurate documentation
- Train junior staff on AP best practices and system utilization
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience with proficiency in ERP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and financial modeling
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or equivalent certification strongly preferred
- Proven experience implementing process improvements in high-volume AP environments
- Exceptional attention to detail with ability to manage competing priorities
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience with expense management platforms (Concur, Expensify) and e-payment solutions