Accounts Payable Specialist

Mechanics Bank currently searching for a Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. Here at Mechanics Bank, we value connection, partnership, long term relationships and working together in person. This role will be working on-site at our Walnut Creek HQ.

Accurately completes full cycle invoice processing into accounting system. Researches and assists internal/external customers with AP inquiries. Participates in reoccurring and ad hoc projects.

What you will be doing:

• Review, code, and enter AP invoices into Fusion (Accounting system) ensuring proper GL's are used during posting process - including invoices with multiple line distributions. Average Volume equaling around 850 invoices a month.

• Process file import/exports for Fusion to and from 3rd party systems such as Concur. Process Concur employee expense export/upload in Fusion.

• Assist in addressing discrepancies and AP inquiries (including Fusion/Concur/Elan inquiries) with business units and vendors. Assist in monitoring AP shared inbox and respond as needed. Assist with 1099 preparation and/or printing process.

• Process payment runs (ACH and Checks) as well as void and reissue checks as requested. If needed, print and mail out checks and process incoming checks for deposit. Vendor file setup and management. Assist with processing rents as needed.

• Participate in other projects as required.

Who you are:

• Preferred 2 Year / Associate Degree additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree.

• Required 3 Intermediate Level Individual Contributor: Minimum 3 Years of Experience

• Solid experience with GAAP accounting standards and full cycle processing

• 2 plus years of accounting/accounts payable experience.

• Experience and knowledge of full cycle AP workflow.

• Basic understanding of the General Ledger.

• Research, issues identification, and resolution skills.

• Proficient and comfortable with the use of Excel as an accounting and data analysis tool.

• Strong ability to work, learn, adapt to changing processes and workflows in a growing department/company.

• Basic knowledge of vendor management requirements (OFAC, W9, & 1099).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Capable of managing ones own time and meet deadlines while working in a fast-paced environment.

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Hourly: $20.00-31.83

AIP/Bonus: up to 5%

Our comprehensive employee benefits program is designed for you to live your best life at work, home, and everywhere in between. Employees working 25 hours or more per week are eligible for health benefits effective the first day of the month following or coinciding with their date of hire.
Benefits package includes[1]:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible family members

• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability benefits

• Health Savings Account with employer contribution

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter/Parking Benefit

• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company contribution

• 529 Education Savings plan, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Student Loan Assistance Program

• Supplemental Health plans, Voluntary Legal and Identity Theft Services

• 11 paid holidays, paid Sick days (accrual of one hour for every 30 hours worked), up to 25 paid vacation days, and 16 hours of paid volunteer time throughout the calendar year

• Free personal checking and savings account; Discounted rates on primary residence loan with $0 origination fees (restrictions apply)

Final compensation package will be determined by the work experience, education, and/or skill level of the applicant along with internal equity and alignment with geographic market data.

• Mechanics Bank is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.

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[1] The benefits listed in this job posting reflect the Bank's most reasonable and genuinely expected benefits offered for this position.