Our client in Pasadena, CA is looking for a temp to hire Accounts Payable Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY: The Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. The ideal candidate will have prior accounts payable experience, possess excellent computer skills, a high degree of attention to detail and a team-player approach.

This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position. Salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Review invoices for proper GL coding, amount, support including obtaining approvals
• Review data entry batched for accuracy and completeness
• Review expense receipts and reimbursements for proper documentations and amounts
• Process and mail vendor check on a weekly basis
• Process weekly ACH payment for specific vendors
• Vendor set ups to include obtaining and maintaining W-9 forms
• Prepare, process and filing annual 1099
• Maintain Accounts Payable including filing, scanning and storage of proper back up documents
• Monthly Accounts Payable and Inter-company reconciliations
• Monthly bank reconciliations and implement actions to resolve discrepancies
• Research and respond to internal and external inquiries related to accounts payable and various expense reports.
• Prepare Journal Entries and posting to General Ledger for various bank accounts
• Assist in month end closing
• Assist in special projects and year-end audit schedule preparation as assigned by manager

• At least 5 years experience in accounts payable; college degree a plus
• Experience with MAS200 a plus
• Excellent Computer and Data Entry skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly excel
• Fundamental knowledge of accounting procedures
• High degree of efficiency and accuracy in the processing of disbursements
• Deadline oriented and excellent time management
• Responsive to researching and resolving accounts payable issues with customers and vendors
• Ability to adapt to new procedures, policies and systems
• Proactive team player with the ability to multi-task in a fast-faced changing environment
• Effective communication, customer service and organizational skills