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Accounts Payable Specialist

Kahala Management LLC, Scottsdale, AZ, United States


Job Description
Kahala, a globally recognized leader in quick-service restaurant franchising, has an opportunity for a Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Accounting Team in Scottsdale, Arizona. Kahala franchisees and partners operate a portfolio of many QSR brands including Cold Stone Creamery, Blimpie, Baja Fresh, Pinkberry, among others, in over 20 countries around the world.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Position Overview

This position is high volume and fast paced

Knowledge of Accounting Principles and Financial Reporting

Ability to prioritize and problem solve

High level of accuracy

Account reconciliation

Vendor relations and resolve invoicing issues

Expense reimbursements

1099 understanding/processing

Performing the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions

Monitor AP emails, correspondence, and invoices to AP automation software program (Great Plains)

Receiving and reviewing invoices/backup for appropriate approvals and GL coding

Managing invoice statements

Verifying all invoices, expenses and payments are processed in compliance with financial policies and procedures

Prepare weekly AP payments for approval

Electronic payments

Matching Manual Payments

Uploading electronic invoice files

AP Period end close process

Assisting the Accounts Payable Department with various duties.

Personal Attributes

SAP preferred, but will consider all ERPs

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Excellent PC skills

Basic Excel knowledge

Expert 10-Key user

Strong organizational skills

Excellent work ethic and team player

Demonstrate ability to manage multiple tasks

Attention to detail and high level of accuracy

Experience with AP month-end closing procedures

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to meet critical deadlines while working in a fast-paced environment

Excellent communication skills/interpersonal skills written

Knowledge / Skills

3-5 years of experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits (Subject to Change):

401(k) matching, including Roth options

3 Medical insurance plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off (10 holidays, 3 weeks PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Referral program

Wellness programs

Hybrid work schedule

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