Under limited supervision, the Accounts Payable Specialist performs accounting, administrative, and analytical tasks in support of the Southwest Business Unit, ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable activities. This person will report to the Office Services Manager. This person will report to our Long Beach office and has the opportunity to work hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days a week in our Long Beach office.

• Process accounts payable for the Southwest Business Unit, including:

o Opening and reviewing daily mail/email and preparing documents for
payment
o Obtaining proper approvals for payments
o Preparing purchase and service orders in Vantagepoint
o Preparing, reviewing, and entering AP vouchers using the Vantagepoint
Purchase Order module
o Preparing accounts payable vouchers in pdf for manual batches and
processing in Vantagepoint
o Submitting complete AP batches to Corporate daily as completed and
according to twice-monthly scheduled deadlines
Vendor and Payment Management
• Set up new vendors, including obtaining W-9 forms, vendor documentation, and
insurance certificates
• Review “Hold” and “Pay When Paid” reports and release payments as appropriate
• Research and resolve complex payment issues and vendor statements
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and related matters
• Process wire payments
• Process License and membership renewals
Additional Responsibilities
• Prepare and process hand-check requests
• Assist staff with credit card purchases, travel arrangements, and other
administrative requests
• Provide administrative office support as needed, including assistance to the Long
Beach Production Department

• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of administrative experience required
• Experience working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment preferred
• Prior experience with Deltek Vantagepoint and/or Vision strongly preferred
• Experience working with purchase orders, vendor maintenance, and payment processing
• Proven ability to research and resolve payment discrepancies and vendor issues

USD $27.00 - USD $30.00 /Hr.

Please note that our pay ranges are determined by several factors, including relevant experience, internal pay equity, and location. They do not include any of the amazing benefits of being an employee-owner, which are listed below.

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As a growing firm, we offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and a comprehensive package, including:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
100% employer- funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K including employer match
Annual Bonus Program
Student Debt Employer Contribution Program
Paid holidays, PTO and Paid Parental Leave

SCS Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). SCS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran or disabled status.

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