Job Title : Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)
Department : Vertical Finance
Location : San Jose, CA
Reports To : Accounting Manager
Job Type : Contract
Experience Level : Mid-Level (3+ years)
Position Overview :
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist to support our Accounting team with a primary focus on the AP process and general accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of invoice processing, month-end closings, and financial reconciliations in a high-volume and fast-paced environment. This is a confidential backfill role and requires discretion- please do not contact current or former Samsung AP support personnel .
Key Responsibilities :
- Process and review invoices including 3-way purchase order matching and verification of appropriate documentation and approvals.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely and accurate manner.
- Conduct monthly vendor account analysis and reporting.
- Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and resolve issues with urgency.
- Support AP-related month-end close activities including accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Prepare and post journal entries and assist with account reconciliations and reporting.
- Maintain SOX controls and ensure adherence to internal financial policies and procedures.
- Assist in quarterly and annual audit processes with relevant documentation and schedules.
- Partner with IT and Process Improvement teams to enhance internal invoice verification and AP efficiency.
- Help document and improve AP processes and related internal controls.
- Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on invoice and vendor handling procedures.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with procurement, finance, and external vendors to drive process improvements.
- Provide backup support to other accounting functions as needed.
Qualifications & Skills :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.Minimum 3+ years of relevant accounting experience, including general ledger and closing activities.Strong experience with AP operations, invoice processing, and vendor account management.Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls; experience with SOX compliance preferred.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.) is essential.Experience with SAP or other ERP systems preferred.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Experience in a large corporate or public company setting preferred.Korean language skills are a plus , but not required.