Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounting SpecialistKey Skills: Accounting Specialist, Staff Accountant, Senior Accountant, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, GAAP, NetSuite, MS Excel. Key Considerations:Fully remote work is allowed, but you need to work in PT or CT hours.If you're in San Diego, you can go into the office, but it's not required.You must be available for the first 4 business days of every month, no exceptions. There may be overtime during these first 4 days.This is a 6-month contract with possible extension.Job Overview: The primary role of the Accounting & Reporting function is to apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports. Key deliverables include compiling and analyzing financial information, preparing balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and other reports. Assist in the preparation and accurate completion of periodic internal & external financial regulatory & statutory reports. Some roles within this function may oversee the treasury team's activities in relation to cash, funding, and foreign currency risk management. Responsibilities:Maintain daily financial transaction processes and ensure they are recorded accurately; operate efficiently and meet company policy and legislative requirements.Develop, implement, and/or maintain one or more accounting systems: Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.Review and interpret financial reporting requirements, rules, and regulations.Balance books and prepare profit and loss, cash flow, income, and balance sheet statements.Provide records of assets, liabilities, and other financial transactions.Prepare federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.Assist in the setup of processes and procedures that properly capture, track, and report revenue and expense items, in accordance with company policies.Interpret reports and records for managers/stakeholders.Review, track, and maintain billing information in financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with U.S. GAAP and other accounting regulations.Perform work in a specialized area of expertise that requires knowledge of fundamental themes, principles, and concepts. Typically requires a university degree or equivalent work experience.Must Have:Bachelor's degree.Accounting degree required.Minimum of 5 years of related experience.Experience in Journal entries, General Ledger, Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Revenue Reconciliation, etc.Experience in preparing federal, state, and local reports and tax returns.Experience in GAAP and other accounting regulations.Experience with NetSuite and MS Excel.Additional Information:This position is open to being fully remote and located anywhere in the U.S., but aligning to PT or CT time zones is preferred. Candidates local to San Diego and willing to work a flexible hybrid schedule are preferred. They may work their standard local hours. This is a 6-month contract to start, with the option to extend as needed (depending on performance and business needs). This position will act as a floater, supporting different teams and covering LOAs/MAT leaves/PTOs as needed. The contingent worker must be available and able to work the first 4 business days of each month. Additionally, overtime during this time may be needed as well.The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, self-motivated, communicative, and engaged. They should be flexible and ready to take on new challenges. This is a GL Accounting role. The candidate needs an accounting degree and must understand US GAAP, debits/credits, and full cycle AP/AR. Experience with NetSuite and Excel is required. Experience with payroll accounting and invoicing, as well as SOP documentation, is a plus.