Remote Senior Accounts Payable Specialist — Precision

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

Job summary

simera-talent seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoices, payments, and records with accuracy and timeliness. You will maintain vendor relationships and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with company policies, assist with monthly closings, and contribute to process improvements while handling sensitive financial information in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable, accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or a similar role.
• Experience processing invoices, payments, vendor statements, and financial transactions.
• Strong Excel or spreadsheet skills.
• Knowledge of invoice matching, reconciliations, and payment processes.
• Ability to manage high volumes of transactions while maintaining accuracy.

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.
• Assist with payments and ensure compliance with internal controls.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoice processing

Attention to detail

Time management

Vendor management

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Independence

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Google Sheets

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

simera-talent seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoices, payments, and records with accuracy and timeliness. You will maintain vendor relationships and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.

The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with company policies, assist with monthly closings, and contribute to process improvements while handling sensitive financial information in a remote environment.