Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist! We're urgently seeking detail-oriented professionals to manage vendor payments, process invoices, and optimize payment cycles. This fully remote position offers direct hire with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities. Ideal for AP professionals seeking a flexible, high-impact role within a forward-thinking organization.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes including invoice verification, coding, and payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within 48 hours
- Implement and maintain AP workflows to ensure compliance with SOX controls
- Collaborate with procurement and treasury departments on payment terms optimization
- Lead month-end closing activities and AP reporting for financial statements
- Train and mentor junior AP staff on system usage and best practices
- Drive process improvements using ERP systems (SAP/Oracle preferred)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in accounts payable with high-volume transaction processing
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables) and ERP systems
- SOX compliance and internal control experience
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Remote work experience with proven self-discipline
- AP certification (CAPP/CERP) preferred