Accounts Payable Specialist
The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for performing daily accounts payable functions to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments across multiple entities. This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment.
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform day-to-day accounts payable transactions, including entering, verifying, classifying, and recording payable data for multiple entities.
• Ensure all transactions have proper documentation, coding, and approval from the appropriate department manager.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to invoice items, pricing, or approvals.
• Process vendor invoices and payments in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with company policies and departmental procedures.
• Maintain and update vendor records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with recording month-end journal entries and preparing monthly accruals.
• Support the monthly close process, including account reconciliations and analysis.
• Provide assistance with sales tax matters, as needed.
• Create, update, and maintain departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Skills & Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in an Accounts Payable or similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (Pivot tables, v-look ups).
• Familiarity with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Strong knowledge of basic accounting principles (debits/credits, general ledger, financial documentation).
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial data.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies.
• Effective time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing processes, priorities, and timelines.
• High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive financial information confidentially.
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational skills.
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) for interaction with vendors, customers, and colleagues
Compensation
$55,000.00-$60,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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