Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in Austin, TX! We're urgently hiring for a direct hire opportunity offering competitive compensation and growth potential. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals with 3+ years of AP experience. If you're ready to streamline vendor payments, manage complex reconciliations, and contribute to financial excellence, apply now!
Responsibilities
- End-to-end accounts payable processing including invoice verification, coding, and payment scheduling
- Monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations of vendor statements and AP sub-ledgers
- Resolve payment discrepancies and vendor inquiries with proactive communication
- Optimize AP workflows using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle) and process automation tools
- Collaborate with procurement and treasury teams to ensure fiscal compliance
- Support month-end closing and financial reporting initiatives
- Train and mentor junior AP staff on best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
- 3+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience in mid-sized or corporate environments
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)
- Deep understanding of GAAP and internal controls for AP processes
- Exceptional analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving abilities and vendor relationship management
- Experience with process improvement initiatives in AP operations