Accounts Payable Specialist
Our client is looking for a temporary AP professional to support their Global Payments operations. This temporary position will be based in their Los Angeles office and will report to the local Accounts Payable Manager. This position will interact with the AP team across global offices and will require a flexible worker for the role.
The ideal candidate for this role is someone that has a solid understanding of Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) workflow and in depth knowledge about Payments in UCAN, an ability to partner with technical teams and build strong cross functional relationships. A strong candidate will be able to execute Supplier payment disbursements accurately, meet daily payments deadlines and provide clear and timely responses to inquiries.
Responsibilities:
● Execute timely and accurate supplier payments process and reconciliation
● Investigate and resolve Payment returns/rejections with Bank Partners and key business partners involved in making or providing corrections to reissue payments
● Provide payment confirmations and verifications, while adhering to security and SOX compliance controls
● Supports tasks as part of the Global AP Payments function, and key partnering with cross regional Payments Resolution Specialists in UCAN and APAC regions
● Participate in key initiatives for Supplier Invoice payments, including testing host-to-host (H2H) payment integrations with FinTech and Bank Partners
● Work closely with the Financial Technology (FinTech) Team to troubleshoot system issues related to the AP Payments process
● Payment to Cash reconciliations, and JE reclass for corrections as requested
● Support monthly Accounts Payable close activities as needed (i.e. assisting with journal entries and reconciliations, assist the Accounting Team with close inquiries)
● Perform ad hoc duties as assigned, such as audit and support for Finance, Tax and SOX teams
Requirements:
● 5+ years of relevant experience
● Full cycle experience in P2P or Accounts Payable a plus
● Accounting or Finance background
● Experience at a Global Company a plus
● Knowledge of cloud related ERP systems
● Experience with a ticketing tool or system a plus
● Experience with payments processing in Bank systems
● Highly organized, able to effectively prioritize and respond accordingly to the shifting needs of the team. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
● Able to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering financial information
● Proficient in Excel and ERP systems (Workday experience a plus)