Accounts Payable Specialist

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.

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