My client (a global REIT) is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist who will be responsible for end-to-end accounting related to invoice processing including payment processing. This position interacts daily with Accounting and Treasury teams to make sure their vendors are paid in a timely manner. The AP/Treasury department offers a team-focused, dynamic environment that provides many challenging opportunities for developing one's financial, analytical, and organizational skillsets. This position is on-site at their DTLA office. Hours for this role are 9am - 6pm.
Responsibilities:
- Processing of 3rd Party Invoices in conjunction with the cash schedule provided by Accounting and other internal departments
- Receive, evaluate, and process invoices and statements from vendors in a timely manner
- Uses established company policies and procedures to determine validity of charges
- Checking figures, postings, and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy, and proper codes
- Debiting, crediting, and totaling accounts on spreadsheets and accounting software
- Assist in research and reconciliation of bank statements as needed
- Setup of vendors following company policies to maintain accurate and prevent fraudulent transactions
- Maintaining a high level of accuracy when coding expenses by using historical information, budgets, and other sources to ensure items are correctly recorded in the General Ledger
- Assist with ad hoc analysis, reporting, and special projects, as needed
Qualifications:
- Degree in accounting or related field preferred but not required
- 2+ years of accounts payable experience required, preferably in a high-volume environment with a real estate company
- Yardi Voyager and PayScan experience a plus
- Understanding of GAAP and general accounting concepts
- Excellent people skills, with a service-minded, willing-to-help, and proactive attitude
- Strong attention to detail and thoroughness required
- Intermediate Excel and Microsoft suite experience a plus