Senior Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Answers phones as needed;
  • Acts as backup for other Team members in the Accounting office;
  • Reviews all invoices and check request for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment;
  • Prepare weekly bank reconciliations;
  • assisting with preparing the AP accrual;
  • Protects organization’s value by keeping information confidential;
  • assisting with launching new AP automation tools;
  • Prepare assigned audit requests in an accurate and timely manner and provide supporting payment documents for audit;
  • Prepare, issue and file 1099s in compliance with the IRS regulations;
  • preparing aging analysis and scheduling invoices for payment;
  • Assist with T&E and corporate card accruals;
  • managing T&E reporting;
  • Help employees in the submission of purchase order requisitions;
  • Process weekly check run to ensure timely release of payments;
  • Administer routing of purchase orders and invoices for approvals.

Requirements:

  • Flexibility for overtime a must;
  • Strong data entry abilities;
  • Individual should be able to meet deadlines under pressure;
  • Must communicate professionally with all levels, customers, vendors, and Team members;
  • Must be attentive to detail and have general math skills;
  • Ability to use Microsoft productivity software such as Excel and Word;
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite, Coupa;
  • Familiar with Bank information requirements to execute payments;
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance preferred;
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines;
  • Associate Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline;
  • Ability to work collaboratively across different departments;
  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting or Finance;
  • 3+ years of experience in Accounts Payable role;
  • Excellent attention to detail.