Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support accurate and timely payment operations in Arlington, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice activity while maintaining strong financial controls. The specialist will help ensure vendor payments are processed efficiently and accounting records remain complete and reliable.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices for accuracy, proper authorization, and correct account coding before processing

- Enter and manage accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized financial records

- Prepare and complete check runs according to established payment schedules and internal procedures

- Reconcile invoice details with supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal teams

- Monitor outstanding payables to help ensure deadlines are met and vendor accounts remain current

- Maintain clear documentation for processed invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness

- Communicate with vendors and department contacts regarding payment status, missing information, and invoice questions

All interested candidates in this Accounts Payable Specialist position and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via Linked In.

Requirements

- At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role

- Hands-on experience reviewing, coding, and processing invoices with strong attention to detail

- Working knowledge of check run procedures and routine payment processing practices

- Ability to manage multiple priorities accurately in a deadline-driven environment

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain complete and orderly records

- Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders

All interested candidates in this Accounts Payable Specialist position and other full-time opportunities in Accounting Operations please send your resume to Justin Decker via Linked In.

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