Specialist, Accounts Payable

Golden State Warriors; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K match

Vacation and PTO

Warriors home tickets

Team store discount

Job summary

Golden State Warriors is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Finance team in San Francisco. You will process vendor invoices, ensure accurate GL coding, and manage payments while upholding internal controls.

This role emphasizes accuracy, timely processing, and collaboration with internal teams and vendors. Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in AP or accounting, a Bachelor's in accounting or business, and strong Excel/ERP experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with AP automation and travel & expense management software.

Responsibilities

• Receive, verify, and process a high volume of vendor invoices with proper GL coding.
• Review PO coding to ensure correct expense classification before payment.
• Prepare and initiate authorized payments to vendors timely.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain Vendor Master File, including W-9s and banking details, per internal controls.
• Review employee expense reports for T&E policy adherence.
• Assist with 1099 filing and ensure policy compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendors and internal departments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Coupa

NetSuite

Concur

ERP systems

Job description

About The Position

Golden State is looking for a highly detail-oriented and dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to become a core member of our Finance team. You will play a critical role in ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient processing of all vendor invoices and payments. You will support the financial health and operational efficiency of the organization while working collaboratively with internal teams and external vendors.

Come share your expertise with a growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!

This is a full-time position based onsite in San Francisco, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately receive, verify, and process a high volume of vendor invoices, ensuring proper general ledger coding
• Review and validate purchase order (PO) coding to ensure expenses are accurately classified prior to payment processing
• Prepare and initiate authorized payments to vendors in a timely manner
• Perform monthly reconciliations of vendor statements and proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and payment issues
• Maintain and manage the Vendor Master File, ensuring that all vendor records, including W-9s, banking details, and contact information, are accurate, current, and compliant with internal controls
• Review and approve employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company Travel & Expense (T&E) policies
• Assist with annual 1099 filing preparation and ensure compliance with all accounting policies and procedures
• Serve as a key point of contact for vendors and various internal departments, addressing payment inquiries and maintaining smooth financial operations
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience And Skills

• Minimum 2 years experience in accounts payable or general accounting function
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration
• Extensive experience Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Proven experience with AP automation, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Travel & Expense (T&E) management software; experience with Coupa, NetSuite, and/or Concur highly preferred
• Familiarity with AP internal controls, including segregation of duties and proper vendor master data security
• Exceptional attention to detail, superior data entry skills, strong verbal and written communication abilities, and excellent time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated high degree of discretion, integrity, and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information

Compensation

• $32.00 - $34.00 Per Hour + Bonus
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401K match
• Vacation, Summer Half-Day Fridays and a generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
• Warriors home tickets, team store discount and more!

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Golden State is an equal opportunity employer.

We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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