What are the responsibilities and job description for the Accounts Payable Specialist position at Sloomoo Institute LLC?
About Sloomoo Institute
Sloomoo Institute is a rapidly growing interactive experience based on play, #satisfying through handmade slime, tapping into the senses, and ASMR. We are an art-inspired, immersive haven of color, design, and joy. Launched in 2019, Sloomoo Institute now has 5 locations and has been an enormous success, attracting over 1 million guests and billions of media impressions. Our fifth location opened in LA, September 2024, and is already exceeding all expectations. With more domestic and international growth on the near horizon, the future is very bright. Even more, slime play is known to support stress relief as much as it does your imagination! Driven by a mission to provide a reprieve from the chaos of the world and screen addiction, the brand has close ties to mental health non-profits and a dedication to inclusion as well as supporting neurodiversity through our experience and our workforce.
Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the financial processing of transactions for an organization. Their duties include daily bookkeeping and record keeping, financial reporting and the preparation of tax records for financial audits.
Responsibilities
- Managing accounts payable using accounting software and other programs.
- Handling accounts payable for separate entities and vendors.
- Provide administrative support for the finance department.
- Data cleanup for items already in systems.
- Accurately entering large volumes of data into QuickBooks, among other accounting and finance support functions.
- Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive materials.
- Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable, including reconciliations and accruals.
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing vendors.
- Ensuring bills and payroll are paid promptly and accurately while adhering to departmental procedures.
- Processing due invoices for payments.
- Comparing purchase orders, prices, terms of payment and other charges.
- Processing transactions and performing accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling books of accounts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
- Familiarity with accounting software and systems, such as QuickBooks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of accounting principles and practices related to accounts payable.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Inclusivity Statement:
Sloomoo Institute is a company that respects and welcomes the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, career development opportunities and promoting initiatives aimed at creating a culture that is meaningful, innovative and successful. Sloomoo Institute does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with neurodiversity or a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
