Crystal Stairs Accounts Payable Specialist Position Opening

Crystal Stairs, Inc., a California nonprofit corporation dedicated to child care development for working low income families, is looking for a dedicated, Accounts Payable Specialist to perform a range of task in the finance department.This position offers the opportunity for professional development, work that is challenging and impactful to the community and experience in a highly reputable nonprofit organization with significant revenues.

SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Accounting Supervisor, the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist will be responsible for processing, reconciling, tracking, and payment of all accounts payable. The AP Specialist will also assist with closing and audit activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for processing accounts payable transactions timely, examining supporting documentation for accuracy, proper authorization, correct cost center, appropriate allocation, and issuing checks on a weekly basis
• Monitor and report on outstanding invoices
• Communicate and resolve discrepancies with vendor and internal customers
• Reconcile all credit card accounts and process timely payments
• Process benefit invoices and reconcile with payroll records
• Research and maintain integrity of 1099 reporting
• Responsible for closing activities, including, reconciling accounts payable accounts, preparing accruals and assisting with processing cost allocations
• Assist with preparation of funder reports and support Corporate budget process
• May provide work direction or training to accounts payable assistants
• Maintain strong relationships with employees, departments, and vendors

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business; extensive related work experience in accounting/accounts payable may be substituted
• Accounting background with a minimum of two years of experience in accounts payable; knowledge of full cycle accounts payable; grant funded nonprofit experience a plus
• Proficient in computerized accounting systems, Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, time management and work prioritization
• Strong customer service orientation
• Good verbal and written communication skills

Crystal Stairs is committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce and culture. As part of this commitment, Crystal Stairs provides equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, medical condition as defined by state law, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identification, ethnic group identification, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other legally protected status.