Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team in Columbus as a key Accounts Payable Specialist! We're seeking a meticulous professional to optimize our payment processing workflows and vendor relationships. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth in Ohio's thriving financial sector. If you're passionate about financial accuracy and process improvement, apply today to become part of our dynamic organization.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume invoices with 99.8% accuracy and strict adherence to SOX compliance
- Manage vendor payments, reconciliations, and 1099 reporting across 200+ partners
- Optimize AP workflows using NetSuite ERP to reduce processing time by 25%
- Lead month-end closing activities including accruals and payment reconciliations
- Collaborate with procurement and treasury teams on strategic vendor initiatives
- Implement continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Support internal audits and maintain flawless documentation trails
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience (CPA preferred)
- 4+ years of high-volume accounts payable experience in regulated industries
- Advanced proficiency in NetSuite, Excel (VLOOKUP/PivotTables), and automation tools
- Solid understanding of GAAP, SOX compliance, and 3-way matching protocols
- Proven track record of reducing DPO and improving payment efficiency metrics
- Exceptional problem-solving skills with data-driven decision-making ability
- Strong vendor relationship management experience in mid-market corporate environments