Accounting Specialist

Looking for an AP role that gives you room to do more than process invoices? We're partnering with a large, established manufacturer seeking an Accounting Specialist to help modernize and improve a high-volume AP function while gaining broader accounting exposure. This is a great fit for someone who has built a strong AP foundation but wants more involvement in month-end, analysis, automation, and process improvement. You'll join an experienced, collaborative accounting team with strong tenure, hands-on training, hybrid flexibility after onboarding, and multiple paths for continued growth. Responsibilities Manage high-volume accounts payable activities while ensuring accuracy and timely processing Support month-end close, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial review Analyze purchasing and AP data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement Help streamline and automate AP processes to reduce manual work and improve efficiency Research and resolve invoice, receiving, and payment discrepancies Maintain accurate vendor and accounting information within the ERP system Support reporting, audit requests, and other accounting projects Cross-train across the accounting team and provide support in other areas as needed Qualifications 3+ years of accounts payable and month-end experience required Accounting coursework, degree, certification, or equivalent hands-on experience Experience improving, automating, or streamlining accounting processes ERP system experience and intermediate Excel skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Tech-savvy and comfortable learning new systems and processes Self-starter who takes initiative, asks questions, and looks for ways to make processes better Interest in continuing to learn and grow beyond traditional accounts payable responsibilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Connect Search, LLC