Accounts Payable Analyst

We are hiring an Accounts Payable Analyst to support our client's growing project need. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of core accounting principles and proven experience in high-volume accounting environments. Experience working within large, well-established organizations that process 5,000+ invoices per month is highly preferred. This is a 12-month contract position based in San Rafael, California. Hybrid schedule 2 days on-site in San Rafael, CA and 3 days remote. Responsibilities Manage account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across AP and related accounts. Review and process complex AP transactions while ensuring adherence to company policies. Determine root cause for invoice/supplier issues. Submit and track IT tickets, initiate meetings and work with internal support staff to resolve invoicing/supplier issues. Backup to AP Mailbox Coordinator when they are out of the office. Assist with month-end close activities, including clearing account discrepancies and variance analysis. Investigate AP exceptions, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions. Support the AP Manager in refining processes and improving accuracy in reporting. Develop and document best practices for reconciliation and AP workflows. Any special projects/tasks assigned by management. Qualifications 1-2 years Accounts Payable Experience Must have 1 year of SAP Ariba experience Strong knowledge of core accounting concepts Knowledge of control concepts (segregation of duties, verification, security, etc.) Ability to exercise good judgement and effective written and verbal communication skills Experience in diagnosing, isolating, and resolving issues, and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems Experience in Oracle and/or SAP a plus Competent in Microsoft Office, including Excel $65,354-$74,194 Why Choose R&D Partners? As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA 401k plan Employee Assistance Program Long-term disability Weekly payroll Online timecard approval R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr