Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in Denver, CO. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to streamline our payment processes and vendor relationships. This hybrid role combines strategic financial oversight with hands-on AP operations, offering growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end accounts payable cycle including invoice processing, verification, and payment scheduling
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies within 48 hours
- Optimize payment workflows to ensure 98% on-time vendor payments
- Collaborate with procurement on vendor contract terms and early payment discounts
- Implement internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure compliance
- Generate AP reports for monthly close and audits
- Train junior staff on AP systems and best practices
Qualifications
- 5+ years of accounts payable experience with high-volume processing
- Proficiency in SAP and Oracle ERP systems
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot table expertise
- Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) preferred
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Experience with 3-way matching and purchase order systems
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in fast-paced environment