Accounts Payable Specialist - National Funding

Accounts Payable Specialist

• Full Time/Non-Exempt: $24.58-27.31/hour. Position will start as Temp-to-Hire with opportunity to convert to hire.
• Hours: Onsite Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:00, Pacific Time
• Location: San Diego, CA (La Jolla/UTC)

National Funding is continuing to grow and has a great opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist.  National Funding has been established for over 25 years and we are one of the country's largest private providers of small business loans. The Accounts Payable Specialist position is responsible for managing the company's accounts payable process, ensuring accurate and timely payment of invoices, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. This role requires a strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Verify and process vendor invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
• Code and enter invoices into the accounting system, ensuring correct allocation to appropriate general ledger accounts and entities.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies or outstanding issues.
• Prepare and process weekly, monthly, and ad hoc payment runs, ensuring timely payment to vendors.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to obtain necessary approvals and resolve invoice discrepancies or payment issues.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including contact information, payment terms, and banking details.
• Respond to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, cash flow projections, and accruals.
• Process EFT and bank wire payments
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and audit support

An Ideal Candidate Looks Like This:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and analysis
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively interact with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains experience is a plus.

Physical Demands:

• Working in a temperature-controlled office environment
• Sitting at a desk for long periods of time while viewing multiple computer screen monitors

Why National Funding?

• Growing, successful company preparing to almost double in size over the next three years (this is your opportunity to get in on the ground floor)
• Positive, energetic, passionate, business casual environment with management who committed to your success
• Fantastic benefits package including a 401(k) match
• Numerous employee events throughout the year, including our annual traditions such as a Day at the Del Mar Racetrack, Holiday Party, Employee and Family Picnic, sporting events and more.

National Funding serves the small business community. Since 1999, we have provided more than $3 billion in funding to over 50,000 customers to support their working capital and equipment financing needs. We are one of the country's largest private providers of small business loans, having funded more than $3 billion to help small businesses grow. Our personal approach helps strengthen small business owners and we pride ourselves on being a resource they can trust. We are believers in small business owners.

National Funding is an Equal Opportunity Employer.