Accounts Payable Analyst

**Who we are**Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.Working at Samsara means you'll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that's shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, Equipment Monitoring, and Site Visibility. As part of a recently public company, you'll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.**About the role**:The Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is primarily focused on accounts payable activities, including processing invoices and the related payments owed by Samsara to our suppliers and other creditors. Accounts Payable is part of the overall buying process and the role reports into the Accounts Payable Manager.We are seeking an individual who is a stakeholder-centric business partner, acts with a sense of urgency, operates with respect, possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and has motivation when faced with challenges. The individual thrives in a high-energy work environment and has a passion for creating and enhancing processes to scale and grow with the business.**This role can be office-based or fully remote in Mexico.**- **You want to impact the industries that run our world**: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.- **You are the architect of your own career**: If you put in the work, this role won't be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.- **You're energized by our opportunity**: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.- **You want to be with the best**: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best.**In this role, you will**:- **Invoice and Payment Processing**- Responsible for the processing of high volume invoices accurately, timely, and efficiently.- Handle invoices in multi-currency from domestic and international vendors.- Work closely with individuals at all levels of the Company to ensure timely and appropriate processing of invoices and payments in accordance with Company policies and procedures.- Assist with weekly payments runs to ensure timely payments to vendors.- **Vendor Management**- Maintain accounts payable vendor records.- **Reporting, Month-end Close, and Cross-Functional Initiatives**- Reconcile account statements.- Support the monthly closing process for accounts payable and associated accounts. This responsibility includes AP Soft close process, monitoring AP aging, and preparing accruals.- Assist with the AP Forecast. Assist with preparation of comprehensive analyses, schedules, and presentations focusing on Accounts Payable to support audit and tax filings.- Process and Systems- Identify opportunities for efficiencies and recommend changes and improvements to the accounts payable processes and systems to ensure scalability.- Document AP processes that are compliant with AP policies and internal controls.- Maintain and perform AP SOX and operational controls.- Ensure adherence to policies and internal controls.- Champion, role model, and embed Samsara's cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices.**Minimum requirements for the role**:- Bachelor's degree, preferably in accounting or business administration.- Minimum 2 years of Accounts Payable- Knowledge of basic accounting principles.- Able to work with a high volume of transactions in a fast-paced environment.- Strong communication skills and ability to partner with business stakeholders.- Able to assist with issue identification and resolution.- Strong organization skills with exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.- Experience with ERP Systems (NetSuite preferred)- Zendesk experience preferred- SOX compliance preferred.