Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Houston as an Accounts Payable Specialist! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage vendor payments, ensure financial compliance, and optimize AP processes. This direct-hire role offers competitive compensation, career growth, and a collaborative environment at one of Houston's top financial firms.
Responsibilities
- Process high-volume accounts payable transactions accurately and within SLAs
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve payment discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements
- Collaborate with procurement on vendor master data maintenance
- Support month-end closing and financial reporting initiatives
- Implement process improvements for AP efficiency
- Manage 1099 reporting and vendor audits
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of high-volume AP processing experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite)
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- AP certification (CAPP) preferred