Senior AP Specialist

Aston Carter•Kansas City, KS

5d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle accounts payable activities and supporting the accounting team by ensuring invoices, payments, and financial records are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactions. The Accounts Payable Specialist serves as a key resource for resolving discrepancies, improving processes, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.

Requirements

Experience in accounts payable and high-volume invoice processing.
Strong data entry skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and the chart of accounts.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Effective time management and organizational abilities.
Experience working with accounting and ERP systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting, analysis, and reconciliations.
Ability to research, identify, and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field.
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
Familiarity with vendor statement reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Ability to adapt to new systems, technologies, and process changes.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment.
Review, code, and process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
Verify invoice details, ensure proper cost allocations, confirm three-way match requirements, and obtain necessary approvals prior to processing.
Process invoices within the company's accounting and ERP systems.
Collaborate with internal teams to research, validate, and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
Assist in training team members on accounts payable procedures, systems, and best practices.
Perform vendor statement reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues.
Analyze and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
Maintain organized and accurate records to support month-end close and audit activities.
Support process improvement initiatives and assist with additional accounting responsibilities as needed.