Accounts Payable Specialist

We are now looking for Accounts Payable Analyst Onsite in Santa Clara 6 month contract + extensions and potential conversion Pay Rate: $45-52/hr This role is based in Santa Clara, CA as part of the Finance team and reports directly to the Director of Accounts Payable. This position requires an organized, highly motivated professional. The ideal candidate must have a strong accounts payable background and is seeking an exciting role with a variety of job responsibilities within Accounts Payable Department. The Accounts Payable Help desk analyst will assist the help desk team by functioning as a problem resolution resource for discrepant invoices and ensures highest level of customer service for vendors and internal customers. The Accounts Payable analyst is responsible for Accounts Payable Help Desk inquiries internally and externally and is accountable for the accuracy, completeness, timeliness management of all AP Help desk inquiries and other daily operational tasks within Accounts Payable department. This position is the best suited for a career minded accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced environment. What you'll be doing: Assume ownership of AP Help desk inquiries for US region. First line of customer service to all vendor inquiries. Work collaboratively with internal departments to resolve vendor issues. Function as primary contact for the day-to-day AP Help desk and related tasks including answering questions, resolving issues and providing analysis. Ensure requests for AP Help desk inquiries are resolved with accuracy and completeness. Regular review and analysis to ensure integrity of all AP Help desk inquiries are handled and completed in timely manner. Ensure all vendor reconciliations are completed for critical accounts in timely manner. Help with other daily operational tasks on as needed basis. Ensure all utility invoices are posted in timely manner. Responsible for cleanup of AP Aging, GR/IR old- aged items. Help with analysis for 1099 filing. Meeting or exceeding service level agreements regarding timeliness of AP Help desk. Ensure critical/expedited requests are handling in timely manner. Prepare and provide analysis on Accounts Payable reports. AP aging, GR/IR, invoices waiting for approval, blocked and receipts. Assist with adhoc projects on as needed basis and perform other related duties as assigned. Work closely and provide support to Off-Shore AP Team. What we need to see: Undergraduate Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent experience in Accounts payable. 5+ years. Experience with AP Help desk inquiries and ticket management system. This job requires focus and attention to detail. Working experience with and knowledge of accounting software systems (preferably SAP) & AP Help desk ticketing system to handle AP vendor inquiries. Proficient skills in MS Office Suite to include Word, Outlook and excel. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; both verbal and written. Strong analytical skills, time management & organizational skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task. Ways to stand out from the crowd: Strong knowledge of accounts payable & related processes in a global environment and ability to work with a variety of internal business partners. Strong understanding of end to end Invoice processing cycle. Excellent ability to resolve AP Help desk inquiries in timely manner. Ensure all AP Help desk inquiries are completed with accuracy. Excellent Customer Service skills and detail orientated. Real passion for continuous improvement of systems and processes. Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Experience with offshore resources is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Insight Global