Lead Sr. Staff Accountant

Position Summary:

The Lead Sr. Staff Accountant is responsible for managing daily AP tasks.

Job Duties:

Lead and motivate outsource service providers

Identify and communicate team day-to-day priorities

Monitor A/P Inbox and backlog of exceptions for assigned staff to ensure timely resolution of issues and processing of invoices

Understand end-to-end processes of all AP related tasks and serve as an SME for internal and external customers

Address internal and external inquiries and facilitate the resolution of questions and issues. Provide superior customer service by following through on commitments and displaying a willingness to help.

Identify issues and develop, implement and communicate process improvements for all department procedures

Prepare detailed AP weekly/monthly metrics reports

Collaborate with Energy Management team and Conservice teams to manage utility invoice payments

Preparation of Upload files for processing complex and recurring billing

Provide AP training to new and existing employees across the Company, including cross training and development.

Provide superior customer service to our suppliers including onboarding and invoicing and other supplier support items

Review invoices for accuracy, legibility, completeness, and conformance to policies and procedures prior to routing and/or processing in the accounts payable system

Timely and accurate routing/processing of invoices and ensure that controls are maintained to prevent duplicate payments

Collaborate with AP Management and other Leads to research, test, plan, design, and enhance workflow systems and processes and assist with testing/executing

Participate annually in updating policies and procedures

Participate in special projects and system upgrades/enhancements, as requested

Promote a team-based environment that focuses on supporting other employees to ensure departmental success.

Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:

Education & Experience:

BA or BS degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related area, preferred

Five to seven years of relevant AP experience with highly automated ERP systems.

Familiarity with and adherence to standard accounting practices.

Other:

Display strong customer service, organization and communication skills.

Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.

Experience in processing a high volume of work on a daily basis.

Organized, proactive and deadline oriented.

Highly motivated and able to work in a fast paced environment.

Forward-thinking and creative with high ethical standards

Able to exercise independent judgment in making decisions and resolving problems with the ability to be firm and flexible when needed.

High level of reliability and integrity.

Performs best in a team-based environment.

Detail attentiveness, manual dexterity, organizational skills

Proficient in excel including v-lookups and pivot tables

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $68,900.00 - $84,900.00

Actual placement within this range may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.

The Company also offers competitive benefits for full time employees including paid time off, matching 401(k), and health benefits.

About Us:

Irvine Company is a privately held real estate investment company and master-planner committed to creating and sustaining communities that thrive for generations.

Irvine Company is respected for its master planning and environmental stewardship of the Irvine Ranch in Orange County, including diversified operations throughout coastal California. Irvine Company brings to life neighborhoods and sustainable communities with a full range of housing, jobs, retail centers, schools, parks and open space.

We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities.

Apply today to join our employee community, and learn more about Irvine Company, our legacy and our guiding principles.

Irvine Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, termination, and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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