Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Vaco Recruiter Services; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in La Jolla. This hybrid position offers a salary range of $95K-$105K along with competitive benefits including a 12% annual bonus, comprehensive insurance, and 401(k) matching. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience and expertise in full-cycle accounts payable and SOX compliance.

Benefits

100% employer-paid insurance

4% 401(k) match

$5K annual tuition reimbursement

Four weeks of paid time off

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts payable.
• Deep knowledge of SOX compliance and auditing procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).

Responsibilities

• Act as a knowledgeable resource for full-cycle accounts payable.
• Review and mentor junior AP team members' work.
• Resolve complex accounts payable issues.

Skills

Full-cycle accounts payable

SOX compliance and auditing procedures

Advanced proficiency in Excel

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

D365

Concur

Job description

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Salary: 95-105k
Location: La Jolla - Hybrid (2 days on-site)

An established, fast-growing organization is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialistto join their finance team. This position will provide essential support to senior AP team members while contributing to the optimization of processes and the development of others. As the company expands globally, this role will be critical in ensuring operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a knowledgeable resource for full-cycle accounts payable, offering training and guidance to team members.

• Review and mentor junior AP team members' work to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Resolve complex accounts payable issues and ensure alignment with audit requirements and SOX regulations.

• Propose and implement process improvements aimed at supporting scalable growth.

• Oversee vendor management, 1099 filings, and month-end accruals as part of the financial close cycle.

• Assist with audit preparation and ensure adherence to internal controls.

• Collaborate with other departments and maintain effective working relationships.

• Provide exceptional customer service and support to both internal and external partners.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts payable.

• Deep knowledge of SOX compliance and auditing procedures.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Experience with D365 (preferred but not mandatory) and familiarity with Concur is a plus.

• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Self-motivated with a focus on growth and process enhancement.

• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills, capable of training others.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range: $95K – $105K

• Annual bonus potential of 12%, along with an equity package (stock options and RSUs)

• Comprehensive benefits: 100% employer-paid insurance (90% for dependents), 4% 401(k) match, $5K annual tuition reimbursement, and four weeks of paid time off

• Potential for career growth into a leadership position

This company values initiative, adaptability, and innovation over just qualifications. If you’re eager to contribute to a dynamic, collaborative environment with strong growth opportunities, apply now.