Job description
We are a women owned accounting firm providing outsourced accounting services to US businesses. We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our exceptional accounting team. Open position is working remote utilizing cloud based technology and performing AP and general accounting tasks under the supervision of a dedicated Accounting Manager and/or Controller. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be an active and important partner in the accounting process which is key to our ongoing success. The position will be responsible for a variety of accounting functions for our clients. Candidate must have excellent customer service skills, be able to prioritize, multitask, and be a self-starter. This is an excellent opportunity to grow with the company, increase your accounting and business knowledge, and work with a great team.
Remote Position, 30-40 hours per week
Ideal candidate can start immediately 15-20 hours a week, and increase hours fairly rapidly as understanding of company best practices, systems and methodology grows. This is an ideal opportunity to reenter the workforce, build new skills, gain the freedom of working from home, and enjoy everyday working with like minded people.
Job Description
Accounts Payable Specialist will assist the team on the below:
- Handling Accounts Payable for separate entities and vendors
- Performing day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording Accounts Payable data using QuickBooks
- Process outgoing payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
- Verify and investigate discrepancies, if any, by reconciling vendor accounts and monthly vendor statements
- Generate reports detailing Accounts Payables status
- Understands compliance issues around Accounts Payable processes (W-9, sales tax, etc.)
- Request and process W-9's for timely 1099 processing
- Understand expense accounts and cost centers
- Compare purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges
- Manage vendor audits including processing credit memos
- Respond timely to email inquiries from co-workers, vendors and clients
- Establish and maintain relationships with new and existing vendors
- Reconcile and post credit card activity
- Assist in administrative tasks
- Assist team members in ad hoc tasks
Requirements
- Excellent written & verbal skills
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
- Must have a positive attitude, be friendly, a team player, smart and efficient, thrive in a dynamic and fast paced environment, able to multitask, prioritize and complete tasks timely
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and Accounts Payable principles
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and Excel desired
- Experience required in Online Banking, ACH and Wire transfers
- Experience desired with Bill.com and Dropbox
- Tracking and inputting time incurred by client and task on a daily basis
- Background check and aptitude test will be required for job placement
What we offer:
- Fun & rewarding work
- Flexible, remote environment
- 401k Plan with generous company matching
- Allowance towards health insurance
- Designated computer equipment
If you are a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in Accounts Payable processes, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our team!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Work from home
Experience level:
- 4 years
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: Remote