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Accountant II - Accounts Payable
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Description
Job location is at 10240 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92121 The AP Accountant II is responsible for executing all aspects of the accounts payable process. Under general direction, incumbent is responsible for dealing with all complex issues (fund allocations, sales tax differences, vendor disputes, and account reconciliations) related to invoices with or without purchase orders and possibly including employee and travel reimbursement requests. Assists others in the resolution of complex issues. Responsible for journal entries to correct expense coding. Analyzes, reconciles and prepares projections of future expenses for standing purchase orders to determine appropriate encumbrance balances. Analyzes reports and interprets data. Reconciles open encumbrances monthly and prepares journal entries to adjust balances while also researching grant funds that are ending. Makes determination of prepaid items based on the Prepaid Policy and expenses these items accordingly. Seeks learning opportunities within the team as appropriate. Assists with training of new Accounts Payable employees or assists others in the absence of the Assistant Controller. Ensures confidentiality of information, follows accounting principles, and exercises sound judgment. Works closely with Research Accounting, Procurement, Receiving and other departments/labs of the Institute, as well as numerous vendors. May also include creating monthly account reconciliations, reviewing and distributing employee accounts receivable statements, reviewing credit card transactions and associated journal entries. Who We Are The Salk Institute is an internationally renowned research institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek bold and interactive leaders passionate about exploring new frontiers in science. Our collaborative community embraces diverse perspectives and unique life experiences, fostering innovation, and a sense of belonging. Together, we strive to improve the wellbeing of humanity through groundbreaking research. Founded by Jonas Salk, developer of the first safe and effective polio vaccine, the Institute is an independent, nonprofit research organization and architectural landmark: small by choice, intimate by nature, and fearless in the face of any challenge. Salk's vibrant community comprises a diverse and talented group of individuals, each playing a crucial role in driving our mission forward. From visionary leaders to dedicated administrators and brilliant faculty members, the Institute is united by a shared passion for scientific exploration and innovation. What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be AP Finance
Back up Support
General Accounting Support
Supervisory Responsibilities:
What we Require
What We Can Offer The expected pay range for this position is $26.92 to $32.26 per hour.
Salk Institute provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the institute reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Benefits Salk Institute offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, patient advocacy services, and transit/parking program. Salk Values The Salk Community, both scientists and administrators, worked together to define values that we believe support Salk's pursuit of excellence. To be truly the best scientific institution requires not only incredible discoveries, but a common understanding of how we should work together to enable those discoveries. The acronym "I CARE" provides a simple way to remember each of the values and reminds each of us of the importance of what we do each day. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The Salk Institute for Biological Studies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal access to opportunities for students, employees, applicants for employment and other visitors. Salk has also adopted and maintains a policy to encourage professional and respectful workplace behavior and prevent discriminatory and harassing conduct in our workplace. Accordingly, the Institute prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment on the basis of, and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to, actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status (disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era, other covered veteran status), political affiliation, and any other status protected by state or federal law. |