Job Description

We’re looking for a professional with strong background in Accounting/ Accounts Payable / Procure to Pay to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist ensures that all expenses, invoices and payments are processed in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Angion’s policies and procedures. In addition, the candidate will assist in the month end closing processes. The successful candidate will have a strong accounting background, be detailed and deadline-oriented, operational, and can operate in a fast-paced, complex and team-oriented environment.

This position is remote (preferably based in CA).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: ACCOUNT PAYABLES SUPPORT (70%)

• Responsible for processing and/or reviewing invoices for accurate account classifications; match original invoices and requests for payment with purchase orders or check requests; verify receipt of goods or services; resolve discrepancies and problems regarding prices, delivery, and/or quality, and impute use tax as appropriate
• Review payment requests, and/or other related documentation for accuracy, completeness and compliance with financial policies, procedures, and contractual requirements
• Monitor the Accounts Payable inbox in bill.com on a daily basis to ensure that all invoices and other vendor communication are properly addressed.
• Work closely with business partners to ensure purchase orders (POs) are created in compliance with purchasing policies, resolve invoice issues and make process improvements, as necessary
• Follow up with customers / vendors regarding payment inquiries and billing issues.
• Review invoice status and follow up on overdue invoices and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Maintenance and review of vendor information, including banking, ACH, Form W-9's, as needed for year-end 1099 issuance.
• Coordinate corporate credit card programs including monthly reconciliation and monitoring of all corporate cards
• Suggest process improvements to remove bottlenecks in the payment process

ACCOUNTING/MONTHLY CLOSE (30%)

• Assists in the accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness.
• Performs various reconciliations and analysis of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements.
• Assist with audit schedules for external auditors as needed
• Assist with managing month end AP closing processes
• Performs other accounting tasks and project as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field preferred

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Experience in biotechnology, hi-tech, or related field a plus
• Knowledge of accounts payable principles and practices; use/sales tax, 1099 reporting, and general ledger reconciliation
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Minimum 7 years of AP experience, prefer with bill.com or similar Account payable system
• Experiences with Expensify or similar expense management system
• Experience with Fraxion or other similar procure to pay system
• Strong Verbal and writing communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong personal computer and business solutions software skills
• Detail oriented and demonstrate a sense of urgency. Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Grant Accounting/Reporting Preferred
• Work independently with an appropriate level of supervision
• Ability to use critical thinking skills to determine and/or review invoices for complex account classifications, approvals, and supporting documentation and to resolve any issues in documentation and contractual requirements with the appropriate department
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop and grow existing team as well as work develop/maintain strong cross-functional relationships

Additional Information

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

At Angion we believe a diverse workforce drives our success as a company. We are always working to create an environment where different backgrounds and viewpoints are valued and celebrated. Angion is an equal opportunity employer. FivePrime makes employment decisions, including in recruitment and selection, without consideration of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or disability.

RECRUITER STATEMENT:

Angion acknowledges that providers may be a valuable resource for identifying and recruiting candidates for employment.  However, we require that all recruiters engage directly with Angion’s Human Resources Team and comply with Angion’s requirements prior to transmitting any resumes/CVs or introducing any candidates to Angion.  Angion’s Human Resource Team is the only function within the Company that can enter into contractual relationships with external recruiters and recruiting agencies.   As such, all unsolicited resumes, CVs, anonymous profiles, or candidate information you may submit to employees of Angion will become property of Angion and Angion will have no obligation to pay you or anyone else for the use of such information, including any finder’s, placement, introduction or placement fee.