Senior Accounting Specialist

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Sr Accounting Specialist to join our Corporate Accounts Payable Team in Newport Beach, CA.

The Sr Accounting Specialist provides direct support for processing vendor invoices and payments for Pacific Life Insurance Company and Subsidiaries.

Pacific Life is investing in bright, agile and diverse talent to contribute to our mission of innovating our business and creating a superior customer experience. We’re actively seeking a talented Accounts Payable Specialist II to join our team in Newport Beach, CA. This role will be hybrid.

How you'll help move us forward:

• Monitor AP mailboxes, Payment Requests and our SharePoint site

• Monitor process flow of SharePoint site

• Maintenance of Vendor Accounting Information

• Enter/upload information in Speedcharts

• Review and process payment requests

• Handling and coding for invoices received

• Provides support to all assigned departments and divisions invoice processing

• Manages Voucher Types when processing

• Invoice matching to Purchase Orders

• Review open purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies with the purchasing agent

• Match receiving invoices to authorized purchase orders and review accuracy of charges

• Reconcile differences with the purchasing agent and/or vendor

• Answer and respond to phone and email requests, as necessary

• Record Taxes

• Monitor Approval Notifications and Treasury Payment Query (CCPNC)

• Corporate Billings

• Upload Master Tax File

• Accounting Review/QC vouchers

• Monitor Approval Workflow

Process Improvement

• Maintain Desktop process guides

• Document common pain points to discuss solution ideas

• Participate in applicable  training

• Maintain communication with Management and with Team mates

The experience you bring:

• BA/BS in Accounting, Finance or business related major

• 4+ years of relevant experience

• Software: Coupa, PeopleSoft and Microsoft Office Suite

You can be who you are.

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife.

Benefits start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents

• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program

• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation.

Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$26.26 - $32.10

Your Benefits Start Day 1  
 

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’v