Accounts Payable Specialist

Surgery Partners, Inc•Brentwood, TN

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a hybrid position based at our corporate office in Brentwood, TN, with on-site work required Monday through Wednesday. Key Responsibilities Perform full-cycle accounts payable processing, including invoice verification, coding, vouchering, and payment release Manage accounts payable activities for multiple locations in a multi-entity environment Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment variances, aging issues, and vendor inquiries Reconcile AP subledger accounts and support month-end close activities to meet established deadlines Analyze payment and vendor data to identify trends, discrepancies, and process improvement opportunities Recommend and implement workflow efficiencies to enhance accuracy, compliance, and processing timelines Collaborate with Procurement and Accounting teams to improve invoice processing and financial reporting accuracy Assist with AP automation initiatives and participate in ERP or document management system testing (e.g., Doclink, Coupa, Lawson, NetSuite) Maintain complete and accurate documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with record retention standards Prepare ad hoc reports, vendor analyses, and financial support materials for facility and corporate leadership Uphold strict confidentiality of all financial, vendor, and company information Qualifications Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounts payable experience Healthcare, multi-entity, or shared-services experience preferred Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) Experience with ERP systems or AP workflow tools such as Doclink, Coupa, Lawson, NetSuite, or similar platforms Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management abilities Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently Core Competencies Accounts Payable Operations Vendor Management Invoice Processing Reconciliations and Month-End Close ERP and AP Automation Systems Internal Controls and Compliance Process Improvement Cross-Functional Collaboration Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account with an employer contribution Life Insurance PTO 401(k) retirement plan with a company match And more!

Requirements

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive accounts payable experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Experience with ERP systems or AP workflow tools such as Doclink, Coupa, Lawson, NetSuite, or similar platforms
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
High attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Effective written and verbal communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently

Nice To Haves

Healthcare, multi-entity, or shared-services experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform full-cycle accounts payable processing, including invoice verification, coding, vouchering, and payment release
Manage accounts payable activities for multiple locations in a multi-entity environment
Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment variances, aging issues, and vendor inquiries
Reconcile AP subledger accounts and support month-end close activities to meet established deadlines
Analyze payment and vendor data to identify trends, discrepancies, and process improvement opportunities
Recommend and implement workflow efficiencies to enhance accuracy, compliance, and processing timelines
Collaborate with Procurement and Accounting teams to improve invoice processing and financial reporting accuracy
Assist with AP automation initiatives and participate in ERP or document management system testing (e.g., Doclink, Coupa, Lawson, NetSuite)
Maintain complete and accurate documentation to ensure audit readiness and compliance with record retention standards
Prepare ad hoc reports, vendor analyses, and financial support materials for facility and corporate leadership
Uphold strict confidentiality of all financial, vendor, and company information