Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Houston's thriving Energy Corridor as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to optimize our payment processing cycle while ensuring financial compliance and vendor relationships. This direct hire opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization.
Our ideal candidate will leverage expertise in high-volume AP operations to drive efficiency and accuracy across our accounting processes. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams while maintaining meticulous financial records in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Process and validate high-volume accounts payable transactions (200+ invoices daily)
- Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment discrepancies proactively
- Execute month-end closing procedures including reconciliations and accruals
- Optimize AP workflows using NetSuite and Excel automation techniques
- Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal audit requirements
- Lead process improvement initiatives for payment cycle efficiency
- Mentor junior AP staff on best practices and system utilization
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent work experience
- 5+ years of high-volume accounts payable management experience
- Advanced proficiency in NetSuite, Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables), and ERP systems
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAP) designation preferred
- Proven expertise in SOX compliance and internal controls
- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience managing vendor payment terms and dispute resolution