Specialist 2, Accounts Payable (contract)

Position

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist 2 to support our finance department in processing and managing accounts payable transactions with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. This role is integral to ensuring the smooth financial operations of our high-growth biotech company.  This will be a contract role for 2 months. 

About You

The ideal candidate for this role should possess exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and invoice processing and demonstrate proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Effective communication skills are essential for vendor interactions and issue resolution, and the candidate should be able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. A keen interest in the biotechnology sector and a commitment to maintaining financial compliance are also crucial. In this role, the candidate will oversee the invoice processing, payment preparation, vendor relationships, and financial record-keeping aspects of the company's operations.

What You’ll Do

• Receive, review, and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to company policies.
• Code and accurately enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Ensure proper approvals are obtained before processing payments.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with vendors.
• Respond promptly and professionally to vendor inquiries and discrepancies.
• Regularly reconcile vendor statements to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and process payments, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire transfers.
• Monitor payment schedules and optimize payment timing to manage cash flow effectively.
• Collaborate with finance team to forecast and plan for payment obligations.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Verify and reconcile expense receipts and documentation.
• Assist in generating expense-related reports for management review.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
• Generate accounts payable reports and reconciliations as required.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a minimum of 1 - 2 years of related experience.
• Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role, with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and invoice processing.
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Effective communication skills for vendor interactions and issue resolution.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• A keen interest in the biotechnology sector and a commitment to maintaining financial compliance.

At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:​

• 401k plan with company matching​
• Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)​
• Mental health and wellness benefits​
• Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns​
• Generous paid time off and holiday policies​
• Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies ​
• Enhanced parental leave benefit​
• Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site​

The expected salary range for this role is $29.33/hour to $31.97/hour depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise.