Accountant Job in Los Angeles, California

Established Property Management firm seeking candidates for a full time Accounts Payable & Utilities position. The ideal candidate will have Excel experience, strong computer and organizational skills, be detail oriented and a team player. Experience with Checksoft Systems or any other accounting software packages is a plus, but not required. In this role we are looking for an individual that possesses at least 4 years of experience processing high volume AP-AR. This is a Monday - Friday position that requires one with strong attention to detail, excellent problem solving skills and likes working as a member of a team. Candidates should possess strong computer skills. This opportunity is open and available now. If qualified and interested, please reply to this posting with a copy of your resume. Interviews will be conducted with candidates that meet the criteria mentioned above. The AP Specialist will be responsible for the following: • Reviews invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to processing payments. • Prioritizes invoices according to discounts and payment terms. • Posts all payments with a high level of accuracy. Meticulously updates check log. • Processes weekly check runs and electronic payments for multiple companies. • Matches invoices to check and e-payments and obtains all signatures. • Reviews checks prior to mailing, ensuring remittance addresses are accurate. • Assists with corporate credit card processing. • Periodically reconciles petty cash. • Assists with yearend 1099 reporting. • Assists with account research and vendor/affiliate inquiries. • Participates and contributes in weekly team meetings and bi-monthly staff meetings. • Communicates with clients regarding any discrepancies/questions in the batching process to ensure transactions are recorded appropriately. • Supports accounts payable team with various projects such as indexing documents into our electronic storage system. • Documents accounts payable processes and ensures compliance with accounting control procedures. • Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills needed. • Brilliant interpersonal communication and coordination skills. • Ability to process a large amount of transactions with a high degree of accuracy. • Delivers quality work. • Establishes and maintains a working rapport and communication with all levels within and outside our company, demonstrating excellent customer service. • Able to work in a fast-paced environment, and capable of handling pressure. • Possesses excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. • Open to innovative and automated processes. Position Expectations 30 days: You'll have a solid grasp of the job responsibilities and a strong understanding of our financial schedules. You'll have developed a routine for certain aspects of the job.