Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Mid-States Bolt & Screw - 3.2 Burton, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Business financial process improvement Financial close processing Internal controls Financial data reconciliation Variance analysis Inventory management ERP systems Process improvement Data reporting Mid-level Invoice payment processing Analysis skills Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Purchasing Freight Financial audit support Cross-functional collaboration Associate's degree Month-end close Accrual accounting Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Cross-functional communication Excel data analysis Full Job Description Accounts Payable Specialist (Inventory & Freight Focus) Mid-States Bolt & Screw LLC. -

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Full-time Position Summary Mid-States Bolt & Screw is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage full-cycle AP while supporting financial accuracy across inventory, freight, and purchasing activities. This role goes beyond traditional invoice processing and plays a key part in analyzing cost drivers, resolving discrepancies, and improving processes across the procure-to-pay cycle. You will work closely with Accounting, Purchasing, Operations, and Warehouse teams to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and visibility across financial and operational workflows. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding, and approvals Perform 2-way and 3-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice) Review invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and policy compliance Resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal teams Maintain vendor records and documentation (W-9s, terms, etc.) Reconcile AP subledger to the general ledger Support month-end and year-end close processes Inventory & Cost Analysis Review and reconcile inventory-related invoices against purchase orders and receipts Investigate pricing, quantity, and inventory variances Partner with warehouse and operations teams to resolve discrepancies Identify trends in inventory cost fluctuations and support improvements Freight & Logistics Review and audit freight invoices (rates, fuel surcharges, accessorial charges) Reconcile freight invoices to shipments and contracts Analyze freight spend and identify cost-saving opportunities Monitor and report on freight trends and variances Process Improvement & Reporting Identify and implement process improvements across AP and procure-to-pay workflows Support reporting for AP aging, freight spend, and inventory variances Assist with audits and internal controls Partner cross-functionally to improve data accuracy and system utilization Qualifications Education & Experience Associate's degree preferred 3-5+ years of accounts payable experience (distribution or manufacturing preferred) Experience with inventory, freight, or purchasing processes strongly preferred ERP system experience required Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of 3-way matching, accruals, and general ledger impact High attention to detail and accuracy Strong Excel and analytical skills Ability to identify discrepancies and solve problems proactively Strong communication skills and ability to work across departments Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Why Join Mid-States Bolt & Screw? Stable, growing company with a strong customer base High-impact role with visibility across multiple departments Collaborative, team-oriented environment Opportunity to improve processes and make a measurable difference Benefits Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) / Roth (with company match) Paid time off and holidays