Accounts Payable Specialist
at SoFi
Cottonwood Heights, Frisco, Jacksonville, United States
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The role:
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are seeking a motivated and meticulous Accounts Payable Specialist to become a key player on our dynamic finance team. This is more than a processing role; you will be a guardian of our financial integrity, a vital partner to our vendors, and a trusted resource for our internal teams. You will have the opportunity to take initiative, solve complex problems, and directly contribute to the efficiency and accuracy of our entire Procure-to-Pay process. If you are passionate about accuracy and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
- Master the Procure-to-Pay Cycle: Take ownership of high-volume invoice processing, ensuring every detail is accurately coded and accounted for in our key systems, Coupa and Workday.
- Become a Financial Detective: Proactively investigate and resolve complex vendor and business payment issues, performing detailed statement reconciliations to ensure our accounts are always accurate.
- Champion Our Expense Policy: Meticulously review employee expense reports in Concur, serving as a subject-matter expert to ensure all reimbursements are compliant with our Travel & Expense policy.
- Drive a Flawless Month-End Close: Play a crucial role in our financial rhythm by preparing AP accruals, assisting with audit tasks, and ensuring all deadlines are met with precision.
- Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with departments across the company to secure payment approvals, expertly resolve discrepancies, and build strong internal relationships.
- Ensure Financial Compliance: Safeguard company assets by diligently researching outstanding checks and assisting with the escheatment process.
- Manage Vendor Payments: Execute timely and accurate payments to our valued vendor partners through various methods, including check mailings and electronic remittances.
What you’ll need:
A Foundation of Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years of relevant, hands-on Accounts Payable experience is required.
Technical Acumen:
- Solid understanding of the complete Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.
- Applied working knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with general ledger systems. Experience with Workday and Coupa is highly preferred.
An Analytical Mindset:
- Meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to accuracy.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the initiative to proactively research and resolve issues.
- Comfort with mathematical concepts and a strong understanding of balance sheets and income statements.
Exceptional Professional Skills:
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with strong time management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with everyone from peers to vendors to management.
- A positive, team-player attitude combined with the tact and discretion to handle sensitive and confidential information with good judgment.
Nice to have:
- An Associate's degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field.