Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

Join our dynamic finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist, where you will play a vital role in managing the company’s outgoing payments and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge financial software and systems, supporting smooth operations across multiple departments. Your expertise in accounts payable processes, accounting software, and financial compliance will help us maintain transparency and efficiency in our financial transactions.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, expense reports, and payment requests with precision using financial software such as Workday, SAP, or Oracle.
• Ensure timely payment of vendors and suppliers while maintaining strict adherence to company policies and internal controls.
• Reconcile accounts payable transactions through detailed account reconciliation and ledger analysis, utilizing tools like Excel data analysis functions including VLOOKUP and formulas.
• Maintain accurate records of all payments, invoices, and related documentation in compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) requirements.
• Manage accounts payable automation systems such as Paychex, ADP, Kronos, or Ceridian to streamline workflows and reduce manual data entry errors.
• Collaborate with internal teams including Human Resources for benefits administration, payroll management, and vendor inquiries to ensure seamless financial operations.
• Assist with month-end closing activities by preparing journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, and supporting audit requests with meticulous attention to detail.

Requirements

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles with a focus on accounts payable processing and bookkeeping.
• Strong proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, or UltiPro; familiarity with financial systems like Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
• Knowledge of accounting concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, general ledger accounting, and accounts receivable management.
• Experience working within compliance frameworks such as SOX and GAAP to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ability to handle confidential information discreetly while maintaining high standards of data entry accuracy using 10 key typing skills.
• Demonstrated analysis skills utilizing Excel formulas and functions like VLOOKUP for data analysis and reporting purposes.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to perform account reconciliation, journal entries, and general ledger reconciliation efficiently.

Join us to be part of a vibrant team dedicated to operational excellence! Your expertise will directly contribute to our company’s success by ensuring our financial processes are precise, compliant, and streamlined—empowering us to serve our clients better every day.

Pay: $26.48 - $38.66 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

Work Location: In person