Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States Job ID: 16867 Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026 Get Involved! What do we believe? Demonstrate Biblical Integrity At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work. Samaritan's Purse is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join the Accounts Payable team at our North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, location. In this important role, you will process a variety of accounts payable transactions, including vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and manual check request vouchers. The Accounts Payable Specialist will also respond to vendor inquiries, prepare monthly general ledger and account reconciliations, maintain control logs, prepare 1099 forms, process electronic positive pay files for the bank, and maintain accurate vendor master files within the accounting system. This position provides an opportunity to use your accounting skills to support the financial operations of Samaritan's Purse and help advance our ministry of serving others in Jesus' Name. In the role of Accounts Payable Specialist ,you will have the opportunity to: Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ Prepare purchase orders, non-purchase orders, and Travel & Expense reimbursement claims for payment, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, PO/receiving report matching, resolution of discrepancies, and accurate general ledger coding. Follow up on unpaid invoices and reconcile billing statements, including VISA Corporate Card and P-card statements, as well as departmental petty cash reimbursements and supporting documentation. Process checks, domestic and international wires, and other payment instruments using online banking systems to ensure timely, accurate payments. Maintain the Accounts Payable address book and provide backup support to Accounts Payable staff and managers as needed, helping ensure consistent service and stewardship of ministry resources. Prepare audit and year-end reports and assist with maintaining 1099 files and Sales & Use Tax reports and filings, helping ensure compliance and accurate financial records.] Other duties may be assigned that are not specifically identified in the job description. What are the qualifications? Serve with Excellence As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience: High School diploma and one (1) to two (2) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A background in Accounts Payable or Finance (preferred) Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook (required). Strong computer skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs What are the benefits? Walk in Bold Faith Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including: On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long-term and Short-term disability insurance Paid Family Medical Leave Term Life Insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan 10 paid holidays 12 vacation/personal days Type: Full-Time Department: Finance Location: North Wilkesboro, NC Language Requirement: Fluency in English Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States Date Posted: Aug 17, 2026 Samaritan's Purse PO Box 3000 Boone, NC 28607 View phone number on click.appcast.io. Samaritan’s Purse is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. All contributions designated for specific projects shall be applied to those projects, and we may assess up to 10 percent to be used for administering the gift. Occasionally, we receive more contributions for a given project than can be wisely applied to that project. When that happens, we use these funds to meet a similar pressing need. #J-18808-Ljbffr