Accounts Payable Accountant

Accounts Payable AccountantLHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Accountant to join a growing finance team. This role is ideal for an accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong vendor relationships, and takes pride in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing. The Accounts Payable Accountant will play a key role in managing the full accounts payable cycle while supporting month-end and audit activities.Responsibilities:• Process vendor invoices and bills accurately and timely, ensuring daily accounts payable activities remain current.• Review invoices for accuracy, completeness, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies and vendor agreements.• Enter invoices into the accounting system and ensure proper coding to the general ledger.• Match purchase orders, contracts, receipts, and supporting documentation to invoices prior to payment approval.• Manage vendor payables and regularly review AP aging reports to identify and resolve outstanding balances.• Maintain vendor master records and ensure compliance with tax documentation and legal requirements.• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and coordinate timely resolution with vendors and internal stakeholders.• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status, invoice discrepancies, and account inquiries.• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and cross-functional business partners to support efficient payment processes.• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers.• Schedule payment cycles and ensure all payments are processed in accordance with company policies and established deadlines.• Review and process employee expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.• Manage the software capitalization process and maintain appropriate supporting documentation.• Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve payment variances and exceptions.• Collaborate with business partners to support the commercial accrual process and ensure accurate financial reporting.• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, AP reporting, and account analysis.• Prepare supporting schedules and documentation for quarterly and annual audits.• Sort, organize, and distribute accounts payable correspondence and documentation.• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to enhancing AP efficiency and controls.Qualifications:• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related a must.• 3+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience.• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, accrual accounting, and general ledger coding.• Experience processing high-volume invoices and managing vendor relationships.• Knowledge of ACH, wire transfers, and electronic payment processing.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Why Join This Team?• Collaborative and supportive work environment.• Opportunity to make a direct impact on financial operations.• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.• Professional growth and advancement opportunities.