Accounts Payable Specialist

About the Role:

We are seeking a collaborative and results-oriented individual to join our 10X team as Accounts Payable Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a strong background working in private or public industry in the accounts payable function dealing with increased levels of operational complexity and transaction volumes.

This individual will be an integral member of the accounting team. This individual will be a significant contributor to the accounting close and reporting process. These functions include ensuring the timely and accurate payment of all vendor invoices, responsible for overall accounts payable close, and supporting the monthly and quarterly accounting close process. In addition, this position will work closely with the Accounting team on the processes and policies that promote scalability, and provide support of quarterly review and annual audit process.

Individuals applying for this position must be self-starters, flexible in changing direction and methods, thrive in a fast- paced environment, excel at managing multiple priorities, able to effectively communicate with customers all levels within the organization and vendors, and have the prior work experience to immediately contribute to the accounting close and Account Payable processes.

What you will be doing:

• Perform computerized processes in the Accounts Payable function, including but not limited to the following: process vendors invoices and reimbursement requests for payments. Match invoices to purchase orders, verifies invoice approval, and ascertains that all proper documentation is provided.
• Code payables with general ledger account and reimbursement requests and project and program codes; enter invoices into the Oracle Fusion Accounts Payable module.
• Verify timely process of payments in Oracle Fusion on approved invoices. Ascertain that all invoice documentation matches the checks issued.
• Maintain and update vendor files by payee categories (consultant or service providers, credit cards, staff reimbursements, regular vendors, vendor W-9 information, etc.) in alphabetical sequence
• Review and reconcile vendors monthly statements
• Audit expense reports in compliance with corporate policies using Concur tool
• Must possess high level of organizational skills
• Provides excellent customer service to all staff, vendors, clients and contacts of the company; ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the company
• Cross-train and perform other functions in the Finance Department as directed by Manager.
• All other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• 2 to 3 years of experience working in the general accounts payable function and performing the monthly close for private and public industry. Associate degree or higher.
• General knowledge of accounting practices, including processing invoices for payment, journal entries, account reconciliation and analysis.
• Strong computer skills; Excel and Word (intermediate level).
• Excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team-based environment.
• Must be able to take full ownership of assignments and responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Accounts payable function in life science industry is a plus.
• Public company experience is a plus.
• Extensive experience working in ERP systems. Knowledge of Oracle Fusion is a plus.
• Knowledge of Concur is a plus