Accounts Payable Specialist

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Accounts Payable Specialist


Longmont, CO | Full-Time | Monday-Friday


Are you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a stable, growing manufacturing organization? Our client is a well-established industry leader with decades of success serving customers across a variety of industrial and commercial markets. They are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their accounting team.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where accuracy, organization, and continuous improvement are valued.

Position Summary


The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations. Working closely with the Accounting Manager and internal departments, this role helps ensure timely and accurate payment processing while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Manage the accounts payable email inbox and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice status and payment questions.
• Verify purchase order invoices through established three-way matching procedures.
• Coordinate with purchasing and receiving teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Investigate and resolve invoice and payment issues promptly.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation.
• Support additional accounting projects and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of three years of accounts payable or accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of accounts payable principles and best practices

Preferred

• Associate degree in Accounting or related field
• Experience with QuickBooks Online
• Experience with ERP systems such as SyteLine is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while working collaboratively with internal teams and vendors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Work Environment

• Office-based position
• Standard schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Occasional overtime may be required during month-end close or audit periods

Physical Requirements


This position requires prolonged periods of sitting while using a computer and standard office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting of up to 30 pounds may be required. The ability to communicate effectively in person and by phone, along with the visual ability to review financial documents and data accurately, is essential.

Longmont/Boulder, CO
3364
1240 Ken Pratt Boulevard
Suite 6A
Longmont, CO 80501