Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in San Jose, CA! We're urgently seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to streamline vendor payments, ensure financial compliance, and optimize AP processes. This direct-hire opportunity offers competitive compensation and career growth in a fast-paced tech hub.
Our ideal candidate will thrive in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining impeccable accuracy. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and implement best practices to enhance efficiency. If you're passionate about financial operations and ready to make an immediate impact, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processing including invoice verification, coding, and payment scheduling
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Implement and maintain internal controls for financial compliance
- Collaborate with procurement and accounting teams to resolve payment issues
- Analyze AP data to identify process improvements and cost-saving opportunities
- Prepare month-end closing reports and support audits
- Maintain accurate vendor master records and payment terms
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience in a corporate setting
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite preferred)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial compliance standards
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- Experience managing high-volume payment processing (500+ invoices/month)
- Professional certification (AP, CAPP, or similar) highly desirable
- Ability to thrive in urgent, deadline-driven environments