Accounts Payable Specialist- Biotech- 40K!- 4 Weeks PTO!

Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Reports to: Controller

Salary: $40,000-$45,000

# Staff: 50

# Accounting: 7

Perks:

4 Weeks PTO + 10 Holidays



Medical, Dental insurance 85% paid



Life, long term disability, 401K



Stock options



Business Casual Environment



Exciting industry, High-energy department



On Site Gym, In-office Karaoke nights!





Position Summary

All processes that support Accounts Payable and Expense Reporting



Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Reconcile monthly statements from vendors and handle any discrepancies.



Review and process all invoices.



Process accounts payable checks and period end close reports.



Match accounts payable checks to invoices and verify all information.



Maintain all vendor information.



Ensure compliance to company policy and procedures, as well as internal controls.



Conduct internal and external inquiries.



Maintain computer and paper files in an organized manner.



Review and process all employee expense reports.



Communicate expense issues with management.



Process 1099’s.



Process purchase order requests.



Match receivers to purchase orders; process in accounting system.







Minimum Qualifications

3 – 5 years of accounts payable processing experience.



Comprehensive understanding of accounting practices and methods, and general ledger account relationships.



General knowledge of accounting principles.



Experience with general ledger accounts, including month end closing processes.



Strong computer skills that include Word and Excel.



Experience with an electronic accounts payable process environment, including purchase orders.



Strong organization skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.



Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform functions with high level of accuracy, in accordance to company policy and IRS guidelines.



Ability to meet firm deadlines.



Effective, professional verbal and written communications skills



Ability to resolve questions and/or concerns regarding expense reimbursements.





Preferred Qualifications

SOX experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical and/or biotech environment



Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field (Preferred)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now!