Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Axia, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounting Specialist to join our team and lead day-to-day accounting operations. We are looking for someone who has a strong understanding of GAAP accounting. In this role, you will also need a high level of attention to detail, as well as strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for a wide range of accounting activities, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable (AP), ensuring accuracy and compliance across financial transactions, month-end processes, and audits. This position requires an individual who thrives in a dynamic setting, can consistently execute under pressure, and contribute to team-wide initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, to drive efficiently and maintain financial integrity.

This position will be based out of our office in Irvine, CA or Santa Clara, CA with an in-office schedule set at the direct manager's discretion in accordance with the company policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) process, including high-volume invoice processing (300+ invoices per week) while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

• Review invoices and supporting documentation, and accurately enter vendor bills into the ERP system with appropriate GL accounts, cost centers, and accounting classifications.

• Prepare weekly payment summaries by validating invoices, payment terms, and supporting documentation for management approval.

• Process vendor payments through banking portals, including ACH, wire, and check payments, while ensuring proper approvals and internal controls.

• Support month-end close activities by preparing journal entries, including accruals, reversing entries, loan interest postings, and AP-related account reconciliations.

• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding reconciling items to ensure the accuracy of cash balances.

• Maintain vendor master data, support new vendor setup, and respond to vendor payment inquiries in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with Accounting, Procurement, and business stakeholders to resolve invoice discrepancies and payment-related issues.

• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, strengthen internal controls, and develop standardized operating procedures (SOPs).

• Serve as a key resource for AP operations by supporting process documentation, knowledge sharing, and training of future team members.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other business-related field with 5+ years of professional work experience including a minimum of 2-3+ years of experience in accounting and/or finance.

• Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and technical accounting standards.

• Proficiency in accounting software.

• Advanced Excell skills for data analysis and reporting

• Ability to perform effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines.

• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and work independently.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented and fast-paced environment under strict deadlines

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems is a plus.

• Korean bilingual is a plus

COMPENSATION:

In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the anticipated annual base salary for this position is:

• Zone 1 (Bay Area, NYC): $78,500 - $94,200

• Zone 2 (CA, NJ, NY): $71,900 - $86,400

• Zone 3 (All others): $65,400 - $78,500

The applicable salary range is based on the employee's primary work location. Individual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and other business-related factors.

PHYSICAL, MEN T AL & ENVIRONMEN T AL DEMANDS:

T o comply wi t h t he Rehabili t a t ion Ac t of 1973 t he essen t ial physical, men t al and environmen t al requiremen t s for t his job are lis t ed below. T hese are requiremen t s normally expec t ed t o perform regular job du t ies. Incumben t mus t be able t o successfully perform all of t he func t ions of t he job wi t h or wi t hou t reasonable accommoda t ion.

Mobili t y

S t anding

20% of t ime

Si t t ing

70% of t ime

Walking

10% of t ime

S t reng t h

Pulling

up t o 10 Pounds

Pushing

up t o 10 Pounds

Carrying

up t o 10 Pounds

Lif t ing

up t o 10 Pounds

Dex t eri t y (F = Frequen t ly, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

T yping

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agili t y (F = Frequen t ly, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

T urning

F

T wis t ing

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job's minimum qualifications.

*This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.