Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

Community Solutions strives to be the employer of choice for professionals in our fields of expertise. We are a well-established and growing non-profit agency serving children, families and individuals in Santa Clara and San Benito Counties. Our agency is well-recognized within the community and professional fields for subject matter expertise and collaboration within the community.

We are currently looking for individuals who share our mission, values and service philosophies and who want to make a difference in the lives of children, families and individuals in our local communities. Our offices are located in San Jose, Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and Hollister. We offer a competitive compensation package and an extensive benefits package including employer paid health, dental and vision care, life and long-term disability insurance, a matching 403(b) program, and a generous vacation plan.

Please note:

temporary positions and interns are not eligible for benefits.

Community Solutions is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are a team of dedicated professionals with backgrounds as diverse as the impact we achieve. We are committed to diversity in our workforce and to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

POSITION TITLE: Accounts Payable Specialist

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Controller

Under the general direction of the Controller, the Accounts Payable Specialist will perform the responsibilities and duties of the position. Job performance contributes to the achievement of the goals of the Finance Department.

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess the Following Qualifications and Knowledge:

Education and Experience

• Required:
  
  A minimum of 2 years’ experience in accounting.
• Required:
  
  Basic accounting principles, procedures, and systems.
• Required:
  
  High accuracy using a 10 key by touch.
• Preferred: A.A. Degree in Accounting or related field.
• Preferred:
  Experience working in a union environment.

• Greeting visitors by providing information, answering questions, and supporting requests.
• Support finance accounting team by performing tasks related to the organization ensuring office efficiency.
• Exhibit polite and professional communication.
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, copying, binding, scanning, etc.
• Process daily deposits and provide backup to corresponding departments.
• Monthly petty cash reconciliation (may include trips to the bank).
• Gift card inventory tracking.
• Support in general ledger account reconciliations.
• Perform payroll, vacation and sick leave reconciliation schedules.
• Support Accountant II with monthly Solutions to Violence grant invoicing.
• Assist with preparation of annual audits.
• Preparation of ad-hoc reports.
• Attend and participate in agency meetings as required.
• Successfully complete all training within the required time frame.
• Flexible schedule may be required to work some evenings and weekends.

Community Solutions is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are a team of dedicated professionals with backgrounds as diverse as the impact we achieve. We are committed to diversity in our workforce and equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Community Solutions offers a competitive hourly rate of $27.50, a generous employee benefits package, and encourages a strong work-life balance. We believe in supporting the whole person by providing:

• 100% of premiums paid by employer for full-time employees and eligible dependent children
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 5% employer match
• 3 weeks paid vacation to start
• 13 paid holidays; 96 sick hours per year (inclusive of self-care/mental health days)
• Longevity bonuses
• Generous family…