Accounting Specialist Job in Glendale 91203, California Us
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Accounting Specialist
Business and finance go hand-in-hand. That’s why we believe in recruiting well-rounded individuals who not only have the financial expertise and experience, but also have a business-minded vision. If you’ve got both plus strong analytical skills and can think strategically inside and outside of the box, we’re looking for individuals like you to join our growing Finance Team.
We are looking for an experienced individual to take the lead of our accounts payable (AP) process. This person will primarily be evaluated on their ability to manage original entries, process payments and liaise with our departments and vendors. The successful candidate will also play an integral part in the month end close process, including bank reconciliation, expense accruals, credit card processing and various reconciliations. Furthermore, this position will be cross-trained and rotated into other AP functions such as processing of check batches.
The position will also be exposed to special projects which include but are not limited to: requests for vendor analysis, month-end journal entries, and quarterly, interim and yearly audit preparation.
Principal Responsibilities:
· Process daily AP invoices, scan, validate, and distribute invoices in the FileNet system (electronic workflow system used to process invoices).
· Responsible for the full AP cycle for our High Volume vendors such as uploading invoices in MAS500 to issuing weekly payments
· Process AP check runs for all regular AP High Volume vendors
· Process manual check when necessary
· Reconcile High Volume vendor statements to vendor accounts when necessary
· Monitor AP email distribution account. Address, respond, and resolve issues related to payments, invoice credits, adjustments, and disputes with all AP vendors
· Serve as the primary liaison for departments and vendors with regards to AP matters
· Prepare bank reconciliations and other balance sheet reconciliations
· Prepare monthly prepaid amortization journal entries
· Assist departments in setting up new vendors
· Assist in other month end duties, e.g. reconcile intercompany accounts, update and analyze ancillary reports, etc.
· Assist in special projects from time to time
· Serve as back up to process daily AP batches for large volume filing fee check runs.
· Serve as back up to prepare and coordinate filing fee cashier check requests with banking institution
Basic Qualifications:
· At least 3-4 years experience in processing and paying invoices; preferably for a major e-commerce company
· Knowledge of MAS 500 software and/or other ERP systems is a plus
· Must have understanding of basic accounting principles
· Ability to meet deadlines, but have the flexibility for unexpected changes
· Ability to perform in a self-managed environment -- must be a self-starter, hands-on approach and ability to follow-through on tasks and responsibilities
· Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, but still have the ability to see the big picture
· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with sharp, highly motivated team members
· Proven focus on teamwork
· Positive and strong work ethic
· Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
LegalZoom is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to diversity