Senior AP Specialist, R2N

Senior Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist

The Senior Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist role requires extensive full-cycle accounts payable experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with internal departments and external vendors. The Senior AP Specialist will play a key role in optimizing AP processes, resolving complex payment-related issues, and supporting financial integrity and operational excellence within the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Support the weekly invoice approval process by pulling data from SAP, formatting reports into usable spreadsheets, and assisting departments with invoice review and approvals.
• Provide support for suspense, aging, and other projects
• Coordinate with department heads and leadership teams to help prepare weekly cash requirement reports for Treasury and FP&A review
• Assist with weekly SAP payment processing and payment runs, including submission support to Treasury
• Communicate with vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and account-related issues in a timely manner
• Review invoices for proper coding, authorization, and supporting documentation prior to payment processing
• Perform routine review of AP aging reports and assist with reconciliations to the general ledger, escalating discrepancies as needed
• Support month-end close activities and quarterly reporting processes, including accrual support
• Provide support for month-end close processes and projects. Ensure efficient operation and compliance with policies, and internal controls. Coordinate and support internal and external audits
• Apply basic accounting knowledge to maintain accurate financial records. Adapt to process changes, system upgrades, and evolving business needs with a willingness to learn
• Process invoices and track approvals to ensure timely and accurate payment processing across the organization
• Maintain vendor documentation, including W-9s, W-8BENs, and banking information
• Provide administrative and accounting support for ad hoc projects, with a focus on vendor account balances

Qualifications:

• The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience with SAP
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Experience of 3+ years of AP experience or related field is required

The salary range for this opportunity is $66,300 - $72,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.