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Creative Financial Staffing
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
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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.
$46,846 / year median in the U.S.
-7% projected decline
Job Description
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist Remote (U.S.) A growing, SaaS-focused organization is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. This role reports directly to the Director of Accounting and will play a key role in managing the full accounts payable lifecycle, supporting multiple entities, and helping improve accounting processes. This is a great opportunity for an experienced AP professional who enjoys ownership, process improvement, and working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. Role Overview The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will oversee end-to-end accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, payment management, vendor relationships, reconciliations, and month-end close support. This individual will work closely with internal stakeholders and the broader finance team to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Manage full-cycle accounts payable processes, including invoice review, coding, approvals, and payments Process vendor invoices, purchase orders, credit memos, and employee expense reimbursements Maintain accurate AP records across multiple entities and general ledgers Manage vendor inquiries and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including accruals and AP reporting Maintain vendor documentation and support audit requests Assist with AP process improvements, automation initiatives, and best practices Manage corporate card programs, including RAMP administration Support annual 1099 preparation and filing Assist with cash planning and other accounting projects as needed Qualifications 3+ years of accounts payable experience Strong understanding of AP processes, accounting principles, and internal controls Experience working in a multi-entity environment preferred Experience with ERP/accounting systems; NetSuite experience strongly preferred Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently while collaborating with a remote finance team Compensation & Benefits Salary range: $75,000–$80,000 Competitive equity package 401(k) with company match