ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST
Description

  

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Branch: 999

Department: Accounting

Reports to: Accounts Payable Supervisor

Date: 04/13/2026


  

Position Summary:
The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing and processing all invoices received for payment, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with company policies. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships and supporting overall financial operations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports.
  • Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices for accuracy.
  • Prepare and execute payments via check, ACH, or wire transfer.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date accounts payable records.
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
  • Respond to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Assist with month-end closing, including accruals and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
  • Support audits by providing required documentation.

QuickBooks Responsibilities:

  • Enter and code vendor bills accurately within QuickBooks.
  • Manage vendor records and ensure proper setup in the system.
  • Process payments and track transaction history using QuickBooks tools.
  • Reconcile accounts payable balances within QuickBooks.
  • Generate financial reports (AP aging, expense reports, vendor summaries).
  • Assist with QuickBooks month-end and year-end closing procedures.
  • Identify and troubleshoot discrepancies within QuickBooks data.

Qualifications:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred).
  • 1– 3+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.
  • Proficiency in QuickBooks (required or strongly preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with ERP systems or accounting software.
  • Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).

Work Environment

  • May prepare summary sheets or other work papers for supervisor’s or auditor’s use in preparing comprehensive financial statements.
  • May audit and proof accounting or other reports for clerical accuracy and conformance to department, county and state procedures.
  • May perform secretarial functions as needed for assigned staff members(s).

Special Requirements

  • Employees must complete the required courses as described by Human Resources for all employees.
  • This description presents the major responsibilities required for this job title. Individual positions may require the performance of additional duties as assigned. 

Budget Responsibility

  • Secure and maintain work environment, PC, Phone and other assigned equipment.