Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

This role involves managing accounts payable functions to ensure accurate and timely payment processing. The Accounts Payable Specialist will support internal teams and external vendors through account reconciliation and issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process statements according to payment terms.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and monitor accounts to ensure payments are current.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and procedures.
• Resolve vendor issues to facilitate timely payment processing.
• Perform tasks including reconciliation of statements, posting invoices, creating payment journals, scheduling payments, importing invoices, and explaining remittance statements.
• Respond to billing inquiries via email and phone, providing customer support.
• Use various tools to research and troubleshoot payment discrepancies.
• Support month-end financial close and reporting by collaborating with the accounting team and leadership.
• Take ownership of issues by assisting, researching, and resolving them quickly and accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP functions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze financial data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Capable of managing a high-volume workload efficiently and timely.
• Ability to multitask and execute several tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated discretion and independent judgment in decision-making.
• Energetic, mature, and positive individual who can work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Group life insurance and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Referral bonus program.
• Five paid holidays annually.

Compensation will be based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, certifications, and qualifications. Benefits and compensation are subject to eligibility requirements and may be updated periodically.

Location

This position is based in the United States, supporting operations across multiple states.