Accounts Payable Specialist

E. L. Blake • Columbus, GA

18d • Onsite

About The Position

E.L. Blake Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support accounting and financial operations at its corporate office in Columbus, Georgia. The role supports vendor invoice processing, employee expenses, vendor administration, and financial recordkeeping. The Specialist works with internal departments and vendors to ensure accounts payable transactions and supporting documentation are processed accurately and maintained according to company procedures.

The position works closely with Accounting, Contracts, and other corporate functions, with opportunities to gain experience using Deltek Costpoint and supporting financial processes in a federal contracting environment.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of accounts payable, accounting, finance, administrative, or related experience; relevant internship or academic experience may be considered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, numerical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to review financial and administrative documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential financial and company information.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Previous accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experience.
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or a similar accounting/ERP system.
• Experience within a federal government contracting or DoD environment.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and related accounts payable transactions accurately and timely.
• Set up and maintain vendor and accounts payable information in Deltek Costpoint.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to obtain required documentation and resolve routine payment or invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for accounts payable, audits, and compliance activities.
• Support Accounting and Contracts with vendor administration, financial documentation, and tracking outstanding accounts payable items through completion.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions up to 4%.
• Responsible Time Off (RTO) program supporting flexibility and work-life balance.
• 40 hours of paid sick leave annually.
• Paid holidays.
• Company-paid basic life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED