Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for managing the company’s outgoing payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies and regulations. Your expertise will help streamline our accounts payable processes, support financial integrity, and contribute to the overall health of our organization’s financial operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge accounting software and collaborate across departments to maintain impeccable financial records.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify all incoming invoices, expense reports, and payment requests with precision and timeliness.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies efficiently, maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Prepare and review journal entries related to accounts payable activities, ensuring adherence to GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Manage accounts payable transactions within various accounting software systems such as Workday, SAP, or QuickBooks.
• Ensure compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls by documenting processes and maintaining audit-ready records.
• Collaborate with the human resources team on benefits administration and payroll management through platforms like ADP, UltiPro, or Ceridian.
• Assist in month-end closing activities by performing account reconciliations and general ledger accounting tasks.
• Maintain accurate data entry of all financial transactions, supporting analysis skills for reporting purposes.
• Support accounts receivable processes when needed, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of corporate accounting workflows.

Experience

• Proven experience in accounts payable functions within a corporate or public accounting environment.
• Strong knowledge of financial concepts including debits & credits, double entry bookkeeping, and journal entries.
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Workday, Sage, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience with payroll management systems like ADP or Kronos is a plus.
• Understanding of SOX compliance requirements and internal controls is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform account reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation accurately.
• Excellent analysis skills combined with attention to detail in data entry and bookkeeping tasks.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting or non-profit accounting practices is advantageous but not required. Join us as an Accounts Payable Specialist and become an integral part of a vibrant team dedicated to maintaining financial excellence! Your expertise will help ensure our organization’s financial operations run smoothly while supporting our commitment to transparency and compliance across all levels of accounting practices.

Pay: $24.24 - $29.19 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Work from home

Work Location: Remote