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Accounts Payable Specialist – San Jose, CA

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in San Jose, CA. This is a 6-month contract position.

The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, excellent attention to detail, and experience working in a fast-paced, professional environment. Candidates with experience at a Big 4 accounting firm (Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG) are strongly preferred, particularly those with experience in accounting operations, audit, financial reporting, or accounts payable.

This role requires someone who can quickly step into an established process, work independently, and effectively collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.

This is a 6-month contract role.

What You Will Be Doing as an Accounts Payable Specialist

• Process and review invoices for accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and appropriate approvals.
• Enter invoices and payment information into the company’s accounting or ERP system.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation as applicable.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research and resolve discrepancies or outstanding items.
• Prepare and process payments in accordance with established company policies and payment schedules.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoices, payment status, and account discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records and documentation.
• Assist with month-end close activities, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, and other internal teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Identify and escalate potential duplicate payments, discrepancies, or other AP-related issues.
• Support additional accounting and finance activities as needed during the contract assignment.
• Handle confidential financial information with discretion and professionalism.

Skills You Ideally Bring to the Table as an Accounts Payable Specialist

• • Availability to work onsite 5 days per week at the client office in San Jose, CA.
  • 2+ years of accounting, accounts payable, audit, or related finance experience.
  • Experience with a Big 4 accounting firm (Deloitte, PwC, EY, or KPMG) is strongly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
  • Experience reviewing financial transactions, invoices, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
  • Experience working with accounting or ERP systems; familiarity with NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy when handling financial information.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and quickly adapt to existing processes and systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Previous experience in a high-volume accounts payable or corporate accounting environment is a plus.

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