Specialist II, Accounting (Accounts Payable)

Neurocrine Biosciences • San Diego, CA

14h

About The Position

Supports full cycle Accounts Payable functions, including but not limited to processing of high-volume invoice data entry, weekly check and ACH payments, obtaining signatures for AP check distribution. Performs one or more of the following accounting activities: reconciliation of supplier statements, resolution of outstanding items on the monthly AP Aging report, review of New Supplier Forms, resolution of invoices requiring revision or credits. Meeting month end accounting deadlines. Generates reports, conducts specialized research projects and responds to inquiries as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / Associates degree in Accounting, Finance or similar field AND 2+ years of accounts payable or related experience, including vendor account management and utilizing integrated ERP or Accounting software package
• Uses established skills to perform a range of daily operations
• Applies understanding of company policies and procedures to complete assigned tasks
• Understands how own area contributes to the achievement of objectives
• Able to assume responsibility, follow-through, meet commitments and use good judgment
• Willingness to be part of a team & cooperate in accomplishing departmental goals and objectives
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to independently complete multiple time-sensitive tasks
• Must be detail-oriented
• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable principles, practices
• Ability to assist with vendor account management
• Invoice auditing skills
• Working knowledge of an integrated ERP or Accounting software package and a strong working knowledge of Excel
• Good understanding of the full cycle accounts payable process

Nice To Haves

• Coupa and or NetSuite experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Wire processing (foreign & domestic)
• Check voids/reissues
• New Supplier forms verification
• Reconciliation of Supplier statements
• Resolution of AP Aging Report Items
• Follow up of invoices for payment authorization
• Maintenance of AP monthly reports
• Ordering of AP office supplies
• Assists employees and suppliers with issues and questions related to Accounts Payable
• Researches and supports auditing of year end 1099’s
• Provides research and assistance of external audit requests
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• retirement savings plan (with company match)
• paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans
• annual bonus with a target of 15% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree