Creative Financial Staffing
Accounts Payable Specialist
Creative Financial Staffing, Byron Center, Michigan, United States, 49315
Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Location:
Grand Rapids Reports To:
Accounting Manager Compensation : 55,000- 65,000
Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that vendors are paid accurately and on time while maintaining accurate financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
Process high-volume vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner
Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents
Verify approvals and ensure proper GL coding of invoices
Enter invoices into ERP/accounting system
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies
Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding issues
Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments
Maintain vendor files and ensure W-9s are on file
Assist in month-end closing by providing AP reports and accruals
Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills:
Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume environment Familiarity with 1099 processing and year-end reporting Knowledge of sales/use tax and freight charges as they relate to Accounting Would love a background in Freight Shipping related to Vendor Payments #INSEP2025 #ZRCFS #LI-KB1
Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below. Location:
Grand Rapids Reports To:
Accounting Manager Compensation : 55,000- 65,000
Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing accounting and clerical tasks related to the efficient maintenance and processing of accounts payable transactions. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that vendors are paid accurately and on time while maintaining accurate financial records.
Key Responsibilities:
Process high-volume vendor invoices in a timely and accurate manner
Match invoices with purchase orders and receiving documents
Verify approvals and ensure proper GL coding of invoices
Enter invoices into ERP/accounting system
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice discrepancies
Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding issues
Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments
Maintain vendor files and ensure W-9s are on file
Assist in month-end closing by providing AP reports and accruals
Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies
Qualifications:
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field preferred
2+ years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, NetSuite, QuickBooks)
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Skills:
Experience in a multi-entity or high-volume environment Familiarity with 1099 processing and year-end reporting Knowledge of sales/use tax and freight charges as they relate to Accounting Would love a background in Freight Shipping related to Vendor Payments #INSEP2025 #ZRCFS #LI-KB1