Senior AP Specialist (Contract)

About Epirus

Epirus is a high-growth technology company dedicated to overcoming the asymmetric challenges inherent to the future of national security. Epirus' flagship product, Leonidas, is a software-defined system built using intelligent power management techniques which allow power-hungry systems to do more with less.  

Job Summary: Epirus is looking for a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist who will be supporting the company’s payables operation. This role will assist with entering and maintaining data in a time-sensitive manner to ensure accurate financial records and handling. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented person who enjoys processing transactions, problem-solving with numbers and preparing financial data in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities: 

•    Day-to-day, full cycle accounts payable transactions to ensure accurate and timely invoice and payment processing..
•    Perform a 3-way match between Purchase Orders, Invoices, and Good Receipts and obtain appropriate invoice approval prior to posting.
•    Review invoices for processing to ensure services rendered and billings are in accordance with Purchase Orders and Contracts.
•    Assist with vendor onboarding processes as well as collecting, verifying and adding ACH bank information in the ERP system.
•    Analyze monthly vendor statements and help resolve any questions or issues with internal and external stakeholders.
•    Assist with AP accruals, GL account reconciliations, travel and expense journal entries, and other month-end close processes as needed.
•    Assist Accounting with providing supporting documentation for audits, identify opportunities for process improvements and other ad hoc requests.

Basic Qualifications:

•    Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable or general Accounting experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related degree.
•    Prior experience with relevant accounting software (such as QuickBooks, Bill.com, Epicor etc.).
•    Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
•    Possesses basic understanding of 1099, W9 & W8 requirements.
•    Strong attention to detail, problem solving, analytics and basic data entry skills.
•    Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and execute on multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

•    Firm understanding of general accounting principles

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: 

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.  Learn more about the ITAR here.  

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