Job opening
Accounts Payable Specialist
Filed under Staffing and Recruiting
Full job description
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist with 2–3+ years of experience to support day-to-day accounts payable operations. The ideal candidate will have experience processing high-volume invoices, reconciling vendor accounts, preparing payments, and working within NetSuite. This role requires strong organizational skills, accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Review invoices for proper approval, coding, and supporting documentation
- Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents, as applicable
- Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH, wire, and other electronic payments
- Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, payment terms, and banking information
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies or payment issues
- Respond to vendor inquiries and internal questions regarding invoice and payment status
- Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations
- Monitor AP aging and help ensure timely payment of outstanding obligations
- Support 1099 preparation and year-end reporting processes
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls
- Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and accounting teams to improve workflow and resolve issues
- Use NetSuite to enter, code, track, and report on accounts payable transactions
Qualifications
- 2–3+ years of accounts payable experience
- Experience with NetSuite preferred
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and invoice lifecycle
- Experience with invoice coding, 3-way match, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a high-volume or multi-entity environment
- Knowledge of month-end close support and accruals
- Familiarity with 1099 processing
- Strong problem-solving and vendor relationship management skills
Skills
- Accounts payable processing
- Invoice review and coding
- Vendor management
- Account reconciliation
- Payment processing
- NetSuite
- Microsoft Excel
- Organization and time management
- Attention to detail
- Communication and follow-up