Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, working remotely from San Jose, CA. We're a forward-thinking financial services company dedicated to streamlining operations for tech startups. This role offers hybrid flexibility with quarterly on-site collaboration at our San Jose headquarters. You'll be instrumental in optimizing our payment processes, ensuring financial accuracy, and contributing to our mission of empowering innovative businesses.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive health benefits and 401(k) matching
- Professional development stipend
- Flexible work schedule with core hours (9 AM - 3 PM PST)
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within 3 business days
- Implement process improvements using ERP systems (SAP or Oracle)
- Collaborate with auditors during quarterly and annual financial reviews
- Train junior AP staff on compliance procedures and system usage
- Analyze payment trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Maintain electronic filing systems with 99.9% accuracy
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience in high-volume environments
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- ERP system expertise (SAP or Oracle)
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) preferred
- Experience with international payment processing and currency conversions
- Proven track record of implementing process improvements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills