Accounts Payable Accountant

The Accounts Payable Accountant is responsible for processing vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and credit card reports. This role involves managing payments and performing monthly reconciliations. The Accounts Payable Accountant also serves as a key point of contract for addressing payment inquiries.
About The Accounting Department
The accounting department plays a critical role in the financial health of the organization. Its core responsibilities include preparing and processing payments for bills, issuing customer invoices and managing cash receipts, maintaining the general ledger, and preparing accurate financial statements.
About Seneca
Seneca Family of Agencies has been nominated among the Bay Area’s Top Workplaces for several consecutive years. We’re committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities with a network of excellent mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff. Our programs deeply engage in conversations and training on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve.
Responsibilities

Analyzing and processing invoices and employee reimbursements for payments in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure proper coding and approvals in accordance with company policy.
Review and reconcile credit card transactions, ensuring proper coding and supporting documentation
Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor and employee records
Respond to vendor and employee inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies professionally and promptly.
Prepare and process payments via check, ACH, or wire transfer, including uploading positive pay files.
Assist with month-end closing by preparing accruals.
Support internal audits and external financial audits by providing required documentation.
Prepare weekly disbursement summary for cash report.
Additional responsibilities as requested by leadership.
Qualifications
Required

Education/experience requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting
Associate’s degree in finance or accounting + 1 year of applicable work experience
High school diploma/GED + 2 years of applicable work experience
Applicable work experience includes comparable roles in the accounting industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Experience in Accounting ERP system
With strong preference and proficiency in Sage Intacct, Paymerang, Emburse Professional, and FloQast
At least 21 years of age
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other state/federal licensing or certification requirements Skills Of An Ideal Candidate

Ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work as a team player within the department and the agency
Strong organizational skills and time management skills
Ability to adapt to changes while working in a fast-paced environment
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet accounts payable deadlines
Schedule

Hybrid; Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Required to be at Oakland office every Thursday Benefits

Starting at $32.78- $35.28 per hour
Actual salary is dependent on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications for the role
Salary increases each year
5 weeks of Paid Time off and 11 Paid Holidays
Comprehensive benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage
50% paid premiums for dependents
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance
403b Retirement Plan
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
Seneca is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities
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