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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.
$43,868 / year median in Texas
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing the company's accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Your expertise in financial software and accounting principles will help uphold our commitment to financial compliance and operational efficiency. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment where precision, integrity, and proactive problem-solving are valued. Duties Process and verify high volumes of invoices using various financial software such as Workday, SAP, or Oracle, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies Perform account reconciliations, including general ledger reconciliation and accounts payable account analysis, to maintain data integrity Manage invoice processing workflows, including approvals, coding, and data entry with attention to detail using Excel formulas like VLOOKUP and spreadsheets for analysis Ensure compliance with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) controls during all financial transactions Handle vendor inquiries promptly while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information Prepare journal entries related to accounts payable activities and assist with month-end closing procedures Support accounts receivable management and assist with related audit requests or internal controls as needed Experience Proven accounting and finance experience with a focus on accounts payable functions in a corporate setting Familiarity with financial software such as Workday, Paychex, ADP, Kronos, UltiPro, Sage, PeopleSoft or Ceridian is highly desirable Strong understanding of accounting concepts including double entry bookkeeping, debits & credits, and general ledger accounting Experience with accounts payable automation tools and invoice processing systems is preferred Knowledge of Excel data analysis techniques including formulas like VLOOKUP and advanced spreadsheet functions for reporting purposes Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information responsibly while maintaining accuracy in data entry and reconciliation tasks Exposure to public accounting or working within complex accounting systems enhances your suitability for this role Join us as an Accounts Payable Specialist to play a vital role in maintaining our financial integrity while developing your expertise in a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence!