Accounts Payable
Palo Alto, CA - USA
Job Summary
Woodside CA (Hybrid)
$100000-$125000 DOE
Seattle Search Group is partnering with a highly respected private family office to identify an experienced Accounts Payable professional to support a diverse portfolio of operating entities ranch operations and investment-related businesses.
This is far more than a traditional AP role. Youll work in a sophisticated multi-entity environment where accuracy discretion and exceptional organization are critical. The position offers broad exposure to accounting operations while partnering closely with finance leadership and internal business teams.
- Own the full-cycle accounts payable process across multiple entities.
- Review code and process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and timely.
- Manage vendor onboarding W-9 collection and ongoing vendor relationships.
- Coordinate invoice approvals and payment processing through and electronic banking platforms.
- Process ACH wire transfers checks and other payment methods.
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
- Assist with month-end close by preparing AP accruals and reconciliation schedules.
- Maintain organized electronic records and supporting documentation.
- Prepare annual 1099 reporting.
- Partner with accounting staff on intercompany transactions and special projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and internal controls.
- Support additional accounting responsibilities as business needs evolve.
- Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or related field preferred.
- 5 years of progressive accounts payable or accounting experience.
- Experience working in a multi-entity environment strongly preferred.
- Experience with QuickBooks Online or similar cloud-based accounting systems.
- Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting fundamentals.
- Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- High level of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information.
Experience in one or more of the following is a plus:
- Family Office
- Private Equity or Investment Management
- Professional Services
- Real Estate
- Multi-entity organizations
- Hybrid work environment
- $100000-$125000 base salary
- Exceptional leadership and collaborative team
- Exposure to sophisticated family office accounting
- Broad responsibilities with opportunities to grow beyond traditional accounts payable
- Stable organization with long-term career potential
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a complex high-touch environment and wants to be part of a world-class finance organization where quality and attention to detail truly matter.