Accounting Career Consultants
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Accounting Career Consultants, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Why is This a Great Opportunity?
This Senior Accounts Payable role offers the chance to join a well-established company in Fenton, MO, that values accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. The position provides an opportunity to take ownership of key processes within the accounts payable cycle while working with a supportive finance team. If you're looking to deepen your expertise in vendor management, process improvement, and systems integration, this role provides a platform for both stability and professional growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to oversee and manage the full-cycle accounts payable process. This in-office role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in a high-volume setting. Responsibilities include:
• Processing and reviewing a high volume of invoices for accuracy, appropriate approvals, and proper account coding • Managing vendor payments, including check runs, ACH, and wire transfers, while ensuring payment terms are met • Reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner • Serving as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and maintaining positive working relationships • Assisting with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting • Collaborating with internal departments to ensure proper invoice documentation and expense allocation • Identifying and implementing process improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy • Ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to accounts payable • Supporting audits by providing requested documentation and responding to inquiries • Assisting with onboarding and training of new AP team members as needed
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts payable • Proficiency in ERP/accounting software systems; experience with systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite is a plus • Strong understanding of GAAP as it relates to accounts payable • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills • Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs • Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required based on experience
This is a full-time, in-office position located in Fenton, MO. The company offers competitive compensation, a collaborative team culture, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the finance department's success.
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This Senior Accounts Payable role offers the chance to join a well-established company in Fenton, MO, that values accuracy, efficiency, and collaboration. The position provides an opportunity to take ownership of key processes within the accounts payable cycle while working with a supportive finance team. If you're looking to deepen your expertise in vendor management, process improvement, and systems integration, this role provides a platform for both stability and professional growth in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to oversee and manage the full-cycle accounts payable process. This in-office role is ideal for someone with strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in a high-volume setting. Responsibilities include:
• Processing and reviewing a high volume of invoices for accuracy, appropriate approvals, and proper account coding • Managing vendor payments, including check runs, ACH, and wire transfers, while ensuring payment terms are met • Reconciling vendor statements and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner • Serving as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and maintaining positive working relationships • Assisting with month-end closing activities, including accruals and reporting • Collaborating with internal departments to ensure proper invoice documentation and expense allocation • Identifying and implementing process improvements for greater efficiency and accuracy • Ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations related to accounts payable • Supporting audits by providing requested documentation and responding to inquiries • Assisting with onboarding and training of new AP team members as needed
Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in full-cycle accounts payable • Proficiency in ERP/accounting software systems; experience with systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite is a plus • Strong understanding of GAAP as it relates to accounts payable • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills • Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience with pivot tables and VLOOKUPs • Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required based on experience
This is a full-time, in-office position located in Fenton, MO. The company offers competitive compensation, a collaborative team culture, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the finance department's success.
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