Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist and revolutionize how we manage vendor relationships and financial operations. This fully remote position offers the flexibility to excel from anywhere in Los Angeles while making a significant impact on our financial health. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize payment processes, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with SOX regulations. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional passionate about process improvement and financial accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within 48 hours
- Optimize 3-way matching for purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
- Lead month-end closing activities for AP reconciliation
- Develop and implement process improvements using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
- Collaborate with auditors during SOX compliance reviews
- Maintain vendor master data and negotiate payment terms
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience in high-volume environments
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite)
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAP) preferred
- SOX compliance and internal audit experience
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision