Accounts Payable Specialist

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/VPOSITION OVERVIEW:This position is high volume and fast pacedKnowledge of Accounting Principles and Financial ReportingAbility to prioritize and problem solveHigh level of accuracyAccount reconciliationVendor relations and resolve invoicing issuesExpense reimbursements1099 understanding/processingPerforming the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactionsMonitor AP emails, correspondence, and invoices to AP automation software program (Great Plains)Receiving and reviewing invoices/backup for appropriate approvals and GL codingManaging invoice statementsVerifying all invoices, expenses and payments are processed in compliance with financial policies and proceduresPrepare weekly AP payments for approvalElectronic paymentsMatching Manual PaymentsUploading electronic invoice filesAP Period end close processAssisting the Accounts Payable Department with various duties.PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:SAP preferred, but will consider all ERPsAttention to detail and high level of accuracyExcellent PC skillsBasic Excel knowledgeExpert 10-Key userStrong organizational skillsExcellent work ethic and team playerDemonstrate ability to manage multiple tasksAttention to detail and high level of accuracyExperience with AP month-end closing proceduresStrong problem-solving skillsAbility to meet critical deadlines while working in a fast-paced environmentExcellent 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 options3 Medical insurance plansDental insuranceVision insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insuranceShort-term disability insuranceLong-term disability insurancePaid time off (10 holidays, 3 weeks PTO)Tuition reimbursementReferral programWellness programsHybrid work schedule