Job Description
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic finance team in Columbus, OH. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a proactive professional who excels in a fast-paced environment.
In this pivotal role, you will manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy in vendor transactions and maintaining strong relationships with our business partners. You will play a critical role in our month-end close and process improvement initiatives.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Immediate start date available.
- Opportunity for career advancement within a growing organization.
Responsibilities
- Review, verify, and accurately process invoices in a timely manner to ensure vendors are paid according to terms.
- Perform monthly reconciliations of vendor statements and general ledger accounts to identify discrepancies.
- Research and resolve billing errors, invoice exceptions, and payment inquiries with vendors and internal departments.
- Maintain the AP mailbox and route invoices for appropriate approvals efficiently.
- Assist with month-end close procedures, including accruals and account reconciliations.
- Update and maintain accurate vendor master data in our accounting systems.
- Prepare and file monthly sales and use tax returns as required.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of verifiable experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance role.
- Proficiency with accounting software (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or QuickBooks) is required.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) is essential.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize multiple deadlines effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for vendor interaction.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.