Accounts Payable Specialist: Grow & Impact in Life Sciences

BIO-TECHNE Corp; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k

ESPP

HSA

FSA

Tuition reimbursement

Mentorship

Job summary

Bio-Techne’s Advanced Cell Diagnostics in Newark, CA is seeking an AP Specialist to handle daily accounts payable, month-end close activities, and ad hoc projects. You will work with department heads and purchasing teams, ensuring timely payments and accurate processing in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, 1–3 years of experience, and strong Excel skills. Bio-Techne offers comprehensive benefits and a growth-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or equivalent.
• 1–3 years accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong Excel (VLOOKUP, IF, Pivot Tables) and Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and payments (check runs & wires/ACH) with compliance and accuracy.
• Coordinate approvals with department heads, purchasing, and receiving teams.
• Manage vendor relationships and timely payments.
• Assist month-end close, reconciliations, journal entries, and audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.
• Support the team with other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/business/finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bio-Techne’s Advanced Cell Diagnostics in Newark, CA is seeking an AP Specialist to handle daily accounts payable, month-end close activities, and ad hoc projects. You will work with department heads and purchasing teams, ensuring timely payments and accurate processing in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, 1–3 years of experience, and strong Excel skills. Bio-Techne offers comprehensive benefits and a growth-focused culture.