Accounts Payable Specialist

Who is Trace3 ? Trace3 is a leading Transformative IT Authority, providing unique technology solutions and consulting services to our clients. Equipped with elite engineering and dynamic innovation, we empower IT executives and their organizations to achieve competitive advantage through a process of Integrate, Automate, Innovate. Our culture at Trace3 embodies the spirit of a startup with the advantage of a scalable business. Employees can grow their career and have fun while doing it! Trace3 is headquartered in Irvine, California. We employ more than 1,200 people all over the United States. Our major field office locations include Denver, Indianapolis, Grand Rapids, Lexington, Los Angeles, Louisville, Texas, San Francisco. Ready to discover the possibilities that live in technology? Come Join Us! Street-Smart - Thriving in Dynamic Times We are flexible and resilient in a fast-changing environment. We continuously innovate and drive constructive change while keeping a focus on the “big picture.” We exercise sound business judgment in making high-quality decisions in a timely and cost-effective manner. We are highly creative and can dig deep within ourselves to find positive solutions to different problems. Juice - The “Stuff” it takes to be a Needle Mover We get things done and drive results. We lead without a title, empowering others through a can-do attitude. We look forward to the goal, mentally mapping out every checkpoint on the pathway to success, and visualizing what the final destination looks and feels like. Teamwork - Humble, Hungry and Smart We are humble individuals who understand how our job impacts the company's mission. We treat others with respect, admit mistakes, give credit where it’s due and demonstrate transparency. We “bring the weather” by exhibiting positive leadership and solution-focused thinking. We hug people in their trials, struggles, and failures – not just their success. We appreciate the individuality of the people around us. JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Accounts Payable Supervisor, the Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable function within the Finance organization. This role is responsible for reviewing and processing vendor invoices, maintaining vendor records, performing account reconciliations, researching discrepancies, and supporting vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely. Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts. Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies. Ensure invoices are approved in accordance with company policies. Monitor invoice aging and prioritize urgent payments. Assist with new vendor onboarding and documentation collection, as needed. Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, invoices, and account status. Build positive vendor relationships while enforcing company payment policies. Verify banking information changes and support fraud prevention controls Research and resolve payment rejections, returns, or exceptions. Reconcile vendor statements and outstanding balances. Monitor open credits and ensure timely application. Research aged invoices and other outstanding AP items May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: A minimum of one year of experience in Accounts Payable. High school diploma required; college degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred. Experience with ERP systems required; NetSuite experience Working knowledge of accounts payable principles, payment processing, accounting practices, and budgeting Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and time management abilities with a proven track record of maintaining accuracy in a high-volume Ability to effectively prioritize workload, manage multiple competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and evolving business Excellent verbal and writt…