Remote Accounts Payable Specialist: Precise Payments

simera-talent; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simera seeks a highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoices, payments, and financial records with accuracy and timeliness. You will build strong relations with vendors and internal teams while supporting month-end closings and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has experience in accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP or accounting software, enabling efficient reconciliation and issue resolution in a remote work setup.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable, accounting, finance, or a similar role.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Experience using accounting software, ERP systems, or financial management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, bills, and payment requests accurately and efficiently.
• Review invoices for proper approvals, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies.
• Match invoices with purchase orders, receipts, and other relevant documentation.
• Enter accounts payable transactions into accounting systems and databases.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and process vendor payments according to established schedules.
• Monitor payment due dates and ensure invoices are paid accurately and on time.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records and documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payments, account balances, and discrepancies.
• Communicate with internal departments to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Support account reconciliations and review outstanding balances.
• Prepare accounts payable reports and summaries for management.
• Ensure proper documentation and filing of financial records.
• Assist with audits and provide requested accounts payable documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and operational efficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling financial and vendor information.

Skills

Accounts payable processing

Vendor management

Excel/Google Sheets

Accounting software

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Remote work

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Simera seeks a highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoices, payments, and financial records with accuracy and timeliness. You will build strong relations with vendors and internal teams while supporting month-end closings and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has experience in accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with ERP or accounting software, enabling efficient reconciliation and issue resolution in a remote work setup.