Accounts Payable Specialist

*Job Qualifications:* * B.
S.
degree in Accounting or related field or the equivalent business-experience * Minimum of 2 years work experience in an accounting environment * Proficient with Microsoft Excel and ability to quickly adapt to other Finance and Accounting systems is preferred(Oracle and Concur) * Knowledge of Oracle is preferred * Experience with direct, indirect and unallowable expenses and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is a plus! * Highly organized and detail-oriented; high degree of accuracy * Capable of quickly comprehending new information and technologies * Capable of working in a fast-paced environment *Job Responsibilities:* * Perform accounts payable tasks including tracking, recording, coding, routing invoices for approval.
* Review invoices received against PO on file.
* Record invoices in Oracle, ensure proper coding of GL/department/project codes.
* Work closely with procurement and technical representatives to obtain required approvals.
* Identify unallowable costs according to government rules and/or contractual terms.
* Assist in the process for disbursements to vendors, subcontractors, subrecipients.
* Reconcile company owned credit cards monthly and post bill entries and payments in the financial system.
* Manage vendor relations, research and resolve variances or discrepancies in invoices.
* Support general ledger accounting journal entry posting.
* Track invoices subject to sales or use tax, prepare use tax calculation worksheet, and record use tax accrual on a monthly basis.
Job Type: Contract Pay: $35.
00 - $45.
00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * Commuter assistance * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Experience level: * 2 years Physical setting: * Office Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person