Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Memphis, TN | Onsite four days per week with one remote day; the remote day may change based on month-end requirements Overview We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist with hands-on SAP experience and a strong background supporting AP operations in a manufacturing environment. This role focuses on investigating invoice-processing exceptions, matching vendor invoices against received goods, coordinating resolutions across multiple departments, and improving procure-to-pay processes. The position requires strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of complex issues through resolution. Key Responsibilities Investigate invoice-processing exceptions within an automated accounts payable system and identify their root causes. Match vendor invoices against goods received and resolve discrepancies that may vary significantly in complexity. Manage exceptions from initial identification through closure, including follow-up, documentation, and stakeholder communication. Partner with Purchasing, Receiving, Operations, Finance, Accounting, and IT teams to resolve invoice-processing issues. Escalate unresolved matters appropriately while considering operational needs and financial controls. Analyze recurring exception trends and recommend improvements that reduce manual intervention. Collaborate with business partners to improve master data quality. Support the development and maintenance of procedures, documentation, and training materials related to exception management. Influence outcomes and promote accountability across teams without direct reporting authority. Manage multiple issues simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines. Required Qualifications Accounts Payable experience within a manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience using SAP for Accounts Payable processes. Strong understanding of procure-to-pay processes. Experience investigating and resolving vendor invoice, receiving, and payment-processing discrepancies. Ability to communicate professionally with stakeholders across Operations, Purchasing, Receiving, Finance, Accounting, and IT. Strong problem-solving, follow-through, organization, and attention to detail. Availability to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Ability to work onsite in Memphis four days per week. Preferred Qualifications Experience with automated Accounts Payable processing systems and workflow tools. Knowledge of automated approval workflows, exception management, and process automation. Experience supporting SAP FICO and Accounts Payable functions. Experience in a manufacturing or distribution-center environment. Advanced Excel proficiency and experience with reporting tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr