AP Accountant

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAP AccountantTalentBridge is partnering with a rapidly growing, innovative organization to identify an AP Accountant to join its expanding accounting team. This is an exciting direct-hire opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes, and helping build scalable accounting operations within a growing organization.The AP Accountant will initially focus on full-cycle accounts payable and multi-state payroll, ensuring accurate financial processing, timely payments, and reliable reporting. As the organization continues to grow, this role offers the opportunity to expand into general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close activities.The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to manage day-to-day accounting responsibilities while identifying opportunities to improve processes and strengthen internal controls. The work arrangement will be hybrid or remote, depending on experience and qualifications, with the role based in the Charlotte / Mooresville, NC area.Key ResponsibilitiesManage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, purchase orders, three-way matching, vendor payments, and account reconciliations.Oversee vendor onboarding, maintain accurate vendor records, and research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring compliance with applicable requirements and company policies.Reconcile payroll transactions, employee deductions, and related general ledger accounts.Prepare payroll journal entries, accruals, and supporting financial documentation.Manage corporate credit card transactions and employee expense reports, ensuring appropriate coding, documentation, and policy compliance.Assist with month-end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting as responsibilities expand.Maintain appropriate accounting controls and support audit preparation and compliance documentation.Develop, document, and improve accounting procedures and workflows to support continued growth and operational efficiency.Partner with internal departments to investigate discrepancies, resolve accounting issues, and improve financial processes.Take ownership of assigned accounting functions while identifying opportunities to broaden responsibilities across the accounting team.Qualifications3+ years of combined accounts payable and payroll experience.At least 2 years of hands-on payroll processing experience, with multi-state payroll experience required.Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable, purchase order processing, three-way matching, and vendor management.Experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Paylocity, TriNet, Rippling, or similar systems.Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks, or comparable platforms.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including lookup functions, pivot tables, and account reconciliations.Experience preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, or supporting month-end close is preferred.Experience in a multi-entity, manufacturing, or industrial environment is a plus.Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent practical experience will be considered.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.A proactive, self-motivated approach with a willingness to take ownership, solve problems, and contribute to process improvements.Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.Compensation & Work ArrangementSalary: $75,000–$85,000 annually.Employment Type: Direct hire.Location: Charlotte / Mooresville, NC area.Work Arrangement: Hybrid or remote, depending on experience and qualifications.Why Consider This Opportunity?Join a growing organization investing in its accounting infrastructure.Take ownership of core AP and payroll functions with opportunities to expand into broader accounting responsibilities.Contribute to the development of scalable processes, procedures, and internal controls.Build your accounting skill set through increased exposure to general ledger accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close.Enjoy work arrangement flexibility based on your experience and qualifications.If you're an experienced AP and payroll professional looking for a role where you can make an immediate impact and grow alongside an expanding organization, we'd love to connect.