Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

The Avire Americas team is seeking a detail‑oriented and organized Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the month‑end close process. This role requires strong analytical skills, accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. This position reports to the US Controller. What you will do: Review, code, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely. Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers. Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies. Maintain vendor master files and ensure compliance with company policies. Respond to vendor inquiries and build positive working relationships. Monitor accounts payable aging and ensure payments are made according to terms. Oversee GRNI to make sure we receive invoices from vendors in a timely manner. Assist with month‑end and year‑end closing procedures and financial reporting. Support audits by providing requested documentation and account reconciliations. Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and internal controls. Assist with incoming customer payments. Assist with entering invoices in customer portals. Cross‑train with finance team to cover leaves. Other finance tasks/projects as assigned. Qualifications Experience: 2–4+ years full cycle accounts payable or closely related role. Education: Degree in finance, accounting or related field. Technical: Advanced Excel skills, accounting software proficiency (Microsoft D365 preferred), prior work with Avalara a plus Skills: Exceptional organization, follow‑through, and time management; vendor negotiation; problem solving; accuracy with numerical data; understanding of sales and use tax requirement; knowledge of three‑way matching and purchase order processing; experience working in a high‑volume invoice environment. Communication: Clear, professional written and verbal communication; ability to work with internal stakeholders and external vendors. Compliance: Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. Physical & Work Environment Requirements Ability to lift up to ~25 lbs (e.g., supplies), move office items, and perform occasional facilities walk‑throughs. Prolonged periods of sitting/standing; frequent computer use. We want someone who displays: Action‑Oriented Curiosity You readily take on challenges, and you identify and seize new opportunities. You have an outstanding history of delivering on your projects. You work on the problems that truly need solving, and you effectively challenge the organization to be better. You can cut through the clutter and focus on the priorities that align with organizational objectives. Collaboration You embrace the unique experiences, viewpoints, and abilities of your teammates and proactively engage those differences to come to the best possible outcome. Creating an effective sales team is incredibly motivating to you, and you put your employees first recognizing that you succeed only when they succeed. Empowerment You thrive in an environment where you can make decisions. You do not shy away from taking a stand, and you recognize the importance of challenging the team to ensure that we strive for more. You also empower your employees to make decisions giving them the tools to do so successfully. Accountability You take responsibility for your actions, and you deliver on your commitments. You hold the members of your team to high standards while ensuring they have the support that they need to reach those lofty goals. Inclusion In all aspects of your work, you treat everyone with respect. Avire is an equal opportunity employer. Participation in the company bonus plan Complete benefits package including health, dental & vision insurance, 401K, vacation, and generous parental leave Paid time off Professional Development training opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr