Overview
The organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to own the day-to-day accounts payable (AP) process from start to finish. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate invoice processing, strong vendor relationships, and a smooth month-end close.
Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring correct coding and approvals
- Manage weekly payment runs via check, ACH, and wire transfers
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
- Maintain and update vendor records, W-9s, and payment terms
- Perform month-end AP close tasks, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
- Assist with 1099 preparation and annual tax compliance
- Coordinate with internal teams to support PO matching and receiving processes
- Maintain General Ledger accuracy related to AP accounts
- Support year-end audits with clean, organized documentation
- Stay current on accounting policies, GAAP updates, and tax regulations affecting AP
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience specifically in Accounts Payable, ideally within a product-based or wholesale company
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial close processes
- Skilled in Excel
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communicator who can collaborate cross-functionally and maintain effective vendor relationships
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Navision, Ramp, Databricks, or Sigma
- Experience working with large vendors
- Experience with EDI systems
- Experience handling Shopify orders
Compensation & Benefits
Location
- Work from home arrangement