Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter•Kansas City, KS

10d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join a large, established organization. This individual will be responsible for handling a variety of accounts payable functions, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently while supporting overall financial operations. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, experience working in a high-volume environment, and the ability to assist and mentor other team members.

Requirements

5+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a large corporate or shared services environment.
Experience in a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, AP Lead, or AP Supervisor role preferred.
Strong understanding of accounts payable principles, invoice processing, vendor management, and payment reconciliation.
Experience using ERP systems; SAP experience is a plus but not required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Process and release vendor payments accurately and in accordance with established payment schedules.
Investigate and resolve vendor payment discrepancies, invoice issues, and account inquiries.
Review and process invoice corrections, adjustments, and payment updates as needed.
Monitor and resolve workflow exceptions and escalated accounts payable issues.
Manage inquiries received through shared department mailboxes and ensure timely follow-up.
Coordinate payment cancellations, stop payments, and replacement payments when necessary.
Research and resolve invoices on hold for payment by partnering with internal departments and vendors.
Serve as a resource for internal teams regarding accounts payable processes and best practices.
Generate reports and analyze payment history, invoice activity, and purchasing information to support issue resolution.
Collaborate with accounting, procurement, and operational teams to improve processes and address complex payment concerns.
Support departmental initiatives and provide guidance to less experienced team members.