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Belmont Land Lp
Accounts Payable Specialist
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$47,502 / year median in Pennsylvania
-14% projected decline
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company's accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining compliance with financial policies, and supporting overall financial operations. Your expertise in accounting systems, financial software, and data entry will help us streamline our payable workflows and uphold the highest standards of financial integrity. Responsibilities Process and review invoices using various financial software such as Workday, SAP, Oracle, or QuickBooks, ensuring accuracy and completeness Perform account reconciliations and verify debits & credits to maintain precise financial records Manage invoice processing workflows, including approval routing and exception resolution Maintain compliance with SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) standards Utilize Excel data analysis skills, including formulas like VLOOKUP and advanced spreadsheet functions, to support reporting and audit requirements Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion while managing accounts payable data entry and automation processes Assist with month-end closing activities by preparing journal entries related to accounts payable transactions and general ledger accounting Experience Proven experience in accounts payable management within a corporate accounting environment or public accounting firms Strong knowledge of accounting concepts such as double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, and account reconciliation Familiarity with financial software systems including Workday, Paychex, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or similar platforms Experience working with accounting systems like Microsoft Office suite—particularly Excel—for data analysis and reporting purposes Demonstrated understanding of financial compliance standards such as SOX and GAAP Ability to handle high-volume data entry accurately with excellent attention to detail and 10 key typing skills Knowledge of accounts receivable management and accounts payable automation tools is a plus Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Your expertise will directly contribute to our company's financial health while supporting our commitment to operational excellence.