Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: San Jose, CA • Duration: 6 months • Pay range: $40–$45/hr

About the role

Our client is a global technology leader known for its innovative consumer electronics, mobile devices, and cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. The Accounts Payable Specialist will be a key member of the Accounting Department, reporting directly to the Accounting Manager. This role manages the daily operations of Accounts Payable and handles various general accounting functions, including financial reporting, technical accounting research, and accounting data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Company’s financial records.
• Perform and monitor accounts payable activities, including processing and reviewing invoices for accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and compliance with company policies.
• Establish and maintain processes to ensure accounts payable transactions are properly authorized and recorded accurately in accordance with company guidelines.
• Provide guidance and training to vendors and internal business partners on invoice verification requirements to improve processing efficiency.
• Analyze accounting data and interpret statistical information to identify areas for improvement and suggest enhancements.
• Responsible for AP month-end closing, including flux analysis, AP-related accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and expense allocations.
• Support month-end closing processes by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and various accounting reports of financial results.
• Collaborate with IT and PI teams to maintain and improve the internal invoice verification system for efficiencies in invoice processing.
• Assist in quarterly and annual auditors’ reviews to facilitate an optimal audit process.
• Support the establishment and maintenance of SOX controls regarding AP processes to achieve corporate objectives and ensure accurate documentation of current processes.
• Assist other team members with daily responsibilities as a backup when necessary.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Participate in the development of policies and procedures, ensure compliance with established policies, and make recommendations for changes and improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience in Accounting (large public company experience desirable).
• Must have GL accounting and closing experience.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet critical deadlines.
• Self-motivated individual with a demonstrated desire to improve and streamline processes.
• ERP systems experience (SAP a plus).
• Ability to effectively work across teams and levels, both within accounting and across functions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to analyze and explain results/variances concisely.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, V-Lookup, etc.).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Commuter benefits.
• 401K with company matching.