Accounts Payable Specialist

About the job Accounts Payable Specialist


Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with a well-established organization in Little Rock, AR to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their accounting team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong A/P professional who is dependable, organized, and comfortable independently managing a consistent volume of invoices and payments. This person will play an important role in keeping the accounts payable function running smoothly and accurately, processing approximately 400-500 invoices per month while working with vendors and internal departments to resolve issues and ensure payments are made timely.

The ideal candidate will have solid hands-on accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of their workload with minimal oversight. Reliability, follow-through, accuracy, and communication are especially important in this role.

Duties will include:

• Process approximately 400-500 invoices per month received through both mail and email
• Review invoices for accuracy, appropriate coding, documentation, and approvals
• Enter and process invoices accurately and timely
• Prepare and process payments via check and ACH
• Manage recurring payments, including utilities and credit card expenses
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, missing invoices, payment issues, and vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding items
• Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation
• Communicate with internal departments to obtain approvals and resolve A/P-related issues
• Assist with month-end accounts payable activities and reconciliations
• Maintain organized documentation and follow established internal controls and procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy within the A/P process
• Assist with additional accounting responsibilities and projects as needed

Ideal candidate will possess:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience
• Experience handling a high volume of invoices
• Strong understanding of the full accounts payable cycle, including check and ACH payments
• Financial services or banking experience a plus, but not required
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills
• Ability to independently manage workload, prioritize responsibilities, and consistently meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills with vendors and internal teams
• Dependable with strong follow-through

Perks :

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• 2 weeks of PTO, plus additional sick leave

For more information, please apply directly or contact Jennifer Thompson via LinkedIn.

Arkansas Talent Group is a Permanent Placement Recruiting Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.