Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Independence, Ohio. This position plays a key role in ensuring the company’s financial operations run smoothly and efficiently. The role is hybrid, requiring in-office work Monday through Thursday and remote work on Fridays.

Responsibilities :

• Process vendor invoices accurately and promptly to meet payment deadlines.
• Verify and classify data related to vendor accounts, payments, and invoices within the company’s system.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external vendors to address invoice and payment-related inquiries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors’ accounts receivable teams to ensure smooth communication.
• Promote and implement digital payment methods to minimize paper check usage.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, duplicate invoices, and unapplied payments in a timely manner.
• Ensure outgoing payments comply with company policies and financial procedures.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities to support accurate financial reporting.
• Handle additional tasks and projects as assigned to support the accounts payable function.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 1-2 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting preferred.
• Familiarity with accounts payable systems and databases.
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate data and provide insights.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, Word, Adobe, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of accounts payable processes, including coding invoices and handling ACH payments.
• Experience in managing check runs and ensuring accurate account coding.