We are looking for an Accounts Payable specialist to join our team in Woodbridge, New Jersey. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys detailed, high-volume transactional work and wants to build hands-on experience in a fast-paced accounting environment. The position supports daily payables operations by handling invoice-related activity, vendor transactions, and documentation with guidance from the AP Supervisor.
Responsibilities:
- Enter and review accounts payable invoices accurately and efficiently to support timely payment processing.
- Manage vendor reimbursement and payback requests in line with department service expectations, approval thresholds, and required turnaround times.
- Communicate with vendors and internal partners regarding payment status updates within established response windows.
- Reconcile vendor accounts by researching discrepancies and helping resolve outstanding issues.
- Prepare check request documentation and assemble supporting records for payments owed to vendors.
- Maintain organized financial records and ensure all transactions are backed by appropriate approvals and documentation.
- Use Excel to analyze payment information, perform lookups, summarize data, and support daily accounts payable tasks.
- Work closely with the AP Supervisor and broader accounting team to keep payables activities moving smoothly.