CGP: AP Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Century Group is partnering with a client that is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Expected starting base salary of $70,000 to $75,000 per year.

Job Responsibilities

• Review expense reports and invoices for proper approval and accuracy before processing.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files ensure coding is correct and verify data posted to the general ledger.
• Monitor vendor statements compare them to outstanding invoices and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Serve as a point of contact for billing questions and communicate with vendors to clarify issues promptly.
• Process daily invoices meet required deadlines and support improvements to accounts payable procedures.

Requirements

• 3+ years of full cycle accounts payable experience with strong understanding of the entire process.
• Use Excel at an intermediate level including lookup functions and pivot tables.
• Communicate clearly with vendors and internal teams and demonstrate strong negotiation and follow through skills.
• Manage time effectively work with accuracy and handle multiple tasks in a deadline driven environment.
• Show reliability dependability and the ability to learn instructions quickly under leadership direction.

Qualifications

• Hold an associate or bachelor degree in accounting finance business or a related field preferred.
• Possess strong data entry ability experience with accounts payable systems and comfort adapting to different processes.
• Bring attention to detail persistence in completing tasks and willingness to prevent errors and identify improvements.
• Work independently or as part of a team and adjust to shifting needs and ideas from others.
• Use Microsoft Office confidently with preference for experience in SAP and knowledge of payment related forms.