[ref. k03820301] Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a meticulous Accounts Payable Specialist to be a part of our team in the retail clothing and accessories industry, located in Anaheim, California. This role offers a long-term contract employment opportunity where you will have a critical function in managing the payment cycle, ensuring accurate invoice processing, maintaining vendor records, and performing necessary account reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately process invoices and ensure timely payments
• Prioritize invoices based on cash discount potential and payment terms
• Maintain up-to-date vendor files and perform 3-way P.O matching
• Prepare and process various payment methods including checks, electronic transfers, and ACH payments
• Respond to vendor inquiries, investigate and correct any discrepancies
• Uphold company policies by maintaining thorough and accurate files and documentation
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including the preparation of reports and reconciliation of the accounts payable ledger
• Contribute to the continual development and implementation of financial systems, processes, and strategies
• Utilize your skills in Account Coding, Accounting Software Systems, ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning, Accounting Functions, Accounts Payable (AP), Accrual Accounting, Auditing, Automated Clearing House (ACH), Movex, IRS W-9 Forms, Manual Checks, Check Runs, and Full Cycle Accounting.
• Proficiency in Account Coding is required.
• Familiarity with Accounting Software Systems is necessary.
• Experience with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning is crucial.
• Must possess a solid understanding of Accounting Functions.
• Excellent skills in Accounts Payable (AP) are a must.
• Knowledge of Accrual Accounting is needed.
• Experience in Auditing is desirable.
• Ability to handle Automated Clearing House (ACH) transactions is expected.
• Familiarity with Movex software is a plus.
• Proficiency in managing IRS W-9 Forms is required.
• Experience with Manual Checks is necessary.
• Ability to conduct Check Runs effectively is essential.
• Familiarity with Full Cycle Accounting is crucial.
• Ability to handle High-Volume Invoicing is a must.