Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their growing finance team. This role is ideal for an AP professional who thrives in a high-volume invoice processing environment and has strong experience with 2-way and 3-way matching. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices while maintaining compliance with company policies and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform 2-way matching (invoice to purchase order) and 3-way matching (invoice, purchase order, and receiving documentation) to validate invoice accuracy prior to payment.
• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing variances, and receiving issues by partnering with vendors, purchasing, and operations teams.
• Manage vendor relationships and respond to inquiries regarding invoice status, payments, and account reconciliations.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts, ensuring outstanding items are resolved promptly.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and AP reporting.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and support vendor onboarding processes.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Support special projects and process improvement initiatives within the accounting department.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume processing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with 2-way and 3-way matching is required.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable principles and invoice processing workflows.
• Experience working within an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, JD Edwards, or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, lookups, and basic formulas.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.