Accounts Payable Accountant

Seneca Family of Agencies•Oakland, CA

4d•$33 - $35•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Accountant supports the organization’s accounting operations by managing vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and credit card transactions; ensuring accurate coding, approvals, and timely payment processing; and helping resolve payment inquiries. The role also performs reconciliations, assists with month-end closing, supports audits, and prepares weekly disbursement summaries. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and hybrid, with in-person attendance at the Oakland office every Thursday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting; or an associate’s degree in finance or accounting plus 1 year of applicable work experience; or a high school diploma/GED plus 2 years of applicable work experience.
Applicable work experience includes comparable roles in the accounting industry.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and successful completion of a computer assessment.
Experience with an accounting ERP system.
At least 21 years of age.
TB test clearance, fingerprinting clearance, and any other required state or federal licensing or certification clearances.
Ability to multitask with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work as a team player within the department and agency.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet accounts payable deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Strong preference for proficiency with Sage Intacct, Paymerang, Emburse Professional, and FloQast.

Responsibilities

Analyze and process invoices and employee reimbursements accurately and promptly.
Ensure proper coding and approvals in accordance with company policy.
Review and reconcile credit card transactions, including verifying coding and supporting documentation.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date vendor and employee records.
Respond professionally and promptly to vendor and employee inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies.
Prepare and process payments by check, ACH, or wire transfer, including uploading positive pay files.
Assist with month-end closing by preparing accruals.
Provide required documentation for internal and external financial audits.
Prepare a weekly disbursement summary for the cash report.

Benefits

Starting pay of $32.78–$35.28 per hour, depending on creditable experience above the minimum qualifications.
Annual salary increases.
Five weeks of paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
Medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, and fertility coverage.
50% paid premiums for dependents.
Long-term disability, family leave, and life insurance.
403(b) retirement plan.
Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-certified employer.
Scholarship opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities.
Promotional opportunities across the agency in California.