Senior AP Specialist (Contract)
About Epirus
Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.
Job Summary: Epirus is looking for a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist who will be supporting the company’s payables operation. This role will assist with entering and maintaining data in a time-sensitive manner to ensure accurate financial records and handling. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented person who enjoys processing transactions, problem-solving with numbers, and preparing financial data in a fast-paced environment.
** This is a 6-month contract position**
Responsibilities:
- Perform day-to-day full-cycle accounts payable transactions to ensure accurate and timely invoice and payment processing
- Perform a 3-way match between Purchase Orders, Invoices, and Good Receipts and obtain appropriate invoice approval prior to posting
- Review invoices for processing to ensure services rendered and billings are in accordance with Purchase Orders and Contracts
- Assist with vendor onboarding processes as well as collecting, verifying and adding ACH bank information in the ERP system
- Analyze monthly vendor statements and help resolve any questions or issues with internal and external stakeholders
- Assist with AP accruals, GL account reconciliations, travel and expense journal entries, and other month-end close processes as needed
- Assist Accounting with providing supporting documentation for audits, identify opportunities for process improvements and other ad hoc requests
Basic Qualifications:
- 5+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
- Knowledge of relevant accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Bill.com, Epicor, etc)
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Possesses a basic understanding of 1099, W9 & W8 requirements
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, analytics, and basic data entry skills
- Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Associate’s degree in Accounting or Accounting Certificate
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Firm understanding of general accounting principles
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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