Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

A well-established and growing organization in the manufacturing/distribution space is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Financial Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to build on their AP experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform account reconciliations using advanced Excel skills
• Maintain accuracy of AP-related subledgers on a weekly basis
• Review income statement variances within overhead accounts and report findings
• Ensure accurate and consistent GL coding for expenses
• Accrue and defer expenses as needed
• Process high-volume invoices (100–150 per week) with strong attention to detail
• Perform 3-way matching and prioritize invoice entry
• Prepare and execute weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9s and 1099 processing
• Apply use tax to AP transactions and support general sales tax knowledge
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding invoices and payments
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies across departments
• Manage shared AP inbox and assist with incoming calls
• Support month-end close activities and communicate outstanding items
• Maintain organized AP files and documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 1–3 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
• Experience working within ERP systems and multiple integrated platforms
• Strong Excel skills (reconciliations, data analysis)
• High attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Core Competencies

• Analytical & Curious: Ability to identify discrepancies and continuously improve processes
• Accountability: Takes ownership of responsibilities and follows through on deliverables
• Professionalism: Communicates effectively and works well under pressure
• Quality-Focused: Ensures accuracy, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Dependability: Meets deadlines and adapts to changing priorities

Why Apply

• Stable, established company with strong team environment
• Hands-on exposure to full-cycle AP and month-end close
• Opportunity to grow within a collaborative accounting team
• Competitive compensation and long-term career potential

To Apply: Please email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io for immediate consideration.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Annual discretionary bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled