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

Paid time off

Summer Half-Day Fridays

Job summary

Golden State Warriors is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Finance team in San Francisco. The role focuses on accurate invoices, proper GL coding, PO validation, and timely vendor payments in a fast-paced environment.

You will manage vendor master data, review expense reports, assist with 1099s, and support internal departments while ensuring compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in accounts payable or general accounting function.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process a high volume of vendor invoices with correct GL coding.
• Review PO coding to ensure proper expense classification before payment.
• Prepare and initiate timely payments to vendors.

Skills

Accounts payable

Excel advanced

ERP systems

PO & AP controls

T&E management

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration

Tools

Coupa

NetSuite

Concur

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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