Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

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Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Pay Range: $32-36/hr.

Location: Redmond, WA

About Us:

Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya is a locally owned Japanese-style ramen restaurant committed to authenticity and excellence. With over 15+ locations across four states, we are passionate about fostering growth for both our team and our business.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced accounts payable professional to join our team. As a key member of our finance department, the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing the full cycle accounts payable process across multiple locations and ensuring accurate and timely payments to vendors. You will play a crucial role in maintaining financial records and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You will be working closely with the accounting manager to reconcile invoices, documents, payments, research discrepancies, working with both internal and external customers to resolve accounting issues, and more.

We look forward to speaking with you about this opportunity, and what you can bring to the team!

Responsibilities:

• Review invoices received from vendors, verify their accuracy, and process payments in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions, including invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Communicate with vendors and suppliers to resolve any issues related to payments, discrepancies, or other matters.
• Prepare checks or electronic payments for approved invoices and ensure they are properly authorized and signed.
• Manage and monitor accounts payable budgets and expenses to ensure the company stays within its financial limits.
• Prepare regular reports on accounts payable transactions, including aging reports and other financial statements.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions with vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and company policies related to accounts payable.
• Maintain and update the company’s accounts payable system and software.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as accounting and procurement, to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of full cycle accounts payable experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable principles, practices, and procedures.
• Familiarity with multi-state tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with financial and accounting software especially within F&B industry
• Intermediate in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong numerical aptitude, and attention to detail & organization.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Benefits:

• This position offers flexible working hours within standard business hours (8 AM-6 PM)
• Paid time off and paid sick leave
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity to enroll in medical, dental, and vision insurance plans (eligibility requirements apply)