Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a nonprofit organization in Shaker Heights, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite position offers a steady 40-hour workweek and is ideal for someone who brings strong payables experience, sound judgment, and a detail-oriented approach to financial processing. The person in this role will support day-to-day invoice and payment activity while helping maintain accurate records and dependable vendor transactions.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including reviewing incoming invoices, entering data accurately, and preparing items for timely payment.
• Assign proper account codes to invoices and confirm supporting documentation is complete before processing.
• Execute weekly and scheduled payment activity through check runs and ACH transactions while following internal controls.
• Process a consistent volume of payables work, including daily invoice handling and monthly transaction support, with accuracy and efficiency.
• Reconcile payable records, research discrepancies, and resolve issues by coordinating with internal stakeholders and vendors.
• Use Microsoft Dynamics GP and Excel to maintain organized financial data, track payment activity, and support reporting needs.
• Assist with maintaining accurate vendor files and payment documentation to support audit readiness and compliance requirements.
• Support future ERP-related process updates as needed by adapting accounts payable activities and maintaining continuity in daily operations.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience in a detail-oriented office environment.
• Hands-on experience with invoice coding, account coding, and high-accuracy data entry.
• Working knowledge of ACH payments, check processing, and standard accounts payable procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial information.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) is strongly preferred.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and resolve payment-related issues.
• Ability to work onsite in Shaker Heights, Ohio for a permanent 40-hour schedule.
• Must be able to meet pre-employment screening requirements, which may include fingerprinting and drug testing.

Compensation

$19.79-$22.91 Hourly

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