Accounts Payable Specialist
19 days ago
Austin
Job DescriptionPlease Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team. We are looking to add an Accounts Payable Specialist to our Finance team. This position will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of the organization by effectively managing payables and supporting overall financial operations. If you enjoy working in a startup environment and have a mind for financial and accounting analysis, we would like to hear from you.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage all aspects of the accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, and maintaining positive relationships with vendors., • Receive and review invoices for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies., • Code and enter invoices into the accounting system with precision and attention to detail., • Resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal departments promptly., • Prepare and process electronic payments, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers., • Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors while taking advantage of early payment discounts when available., • Reconcile credit card programs, follow up for missing credit card support, and perform reconciliations between systems., • Reconcile vendor statements, identify, and resolve payment discrepancies., • Assist in procurement to pay process automation and system implementation., • Collaborate with purchasing and other departments to streamline processes and resolve issues related to accounts payable., • Assist in month-end closing activities, including the preparation of accruals and reconciliations related to accounts payable., • Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant accounting regulations., • Maintain accurate and organized documentation of all accounts payable transactions.JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, • Associate’s degree required., • A minimum of 5 years of experience experience in accounts payable or a similar role., • Working knowledge of various accounting and operations software platforms & cloud-based accounting, including Microsoft Excel., • Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations., • Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously., • Strong mathematical and analytical skills., • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field., • ERP experience, including Acumatica, Microsoft Dynamics, Netsuite etc., • Knowledge of GAAP, • Experience with DCAA and government contracts a plus, • Experience working for a high-growth manufacturing or aerospace research and development company.