Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Philadelphia as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist. This full-time role offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within a leading financial services firm. You'll be responsible for optimizing vendor payment processes while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Our collaborative environment values attention to detail and continuous improvement in AP workflows.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies proactively
- Process employee expense reports and reimbursements accurately
- Collaborate with procurement and finance teams to resolve payment issues
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Maintain organized digital records of all transactions
- Support month-end and year-end closing activities
Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience in a corporate environment
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP or Oracle preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Certification in accounts payable (e.g., APP) strongly preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with high-volume transaction processing