Accounts Payable Specialist

## Accounts Payable Specialist Apply locations:
Atlanta - Atlanta, GAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR111581

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** Job Summary
** The Accounts Payable Specialist plays a critical role in the financial operations of the Company by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and other payables. This role is responsible for maintaining compliance with company policies and accounting standards, reconciling vendor accounts, and supporting month-end close activities. The Accounts Payable Specialist serves as a key point of contact for internal departments and external vendors, resolving inquiries and discrepancies with professionalism and efficiency.

Additionally, the role involves monitoring and improving accounts payable processes, leveraging enterprise systems for workflow management, and contributing to special projects that enhance financial accuracy and operational effectiveness.
** Qualifications
* **
* Education Required:

*** Associates Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related field.
* Experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
** Licenses/Certifications

Required:

*** None
* * Work Experience

Required:

*** 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable
** Preferred Qualifications, Education, Licenses, Certifications, Experience, etc.:
*** Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or other related field.
* 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable.
* Experience with a large enterprise accounts payable system, such as Workday.
* Corporate credit card and invoice workflow system experience.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Comprehensive understanding of accounts payable processes, including invoice verification, coding, and payment workflows.
* Familiarity with GAAP principles and internal control standards related to payables.
* Knowledge of enterprise financial systems (e.g., Workday or similar ERP platforms) and invoicing systems.
* Understanding of vendor management practices and intercompany transactions in multi-entity organizations.
* Awareness of compliance requirements for expense reporting and corporate card programs.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve discrepancies.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data validation) and other Microsoft Office applications.
* Skilled in managing high-volume transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
* Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders across multiple departments.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to interpret and apply company policies and accounting procedures consistently.
* Capacity to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Adaptability to changing priorities and willingness to support special projects and process improvements.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information responsibly.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in all aspects of work.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Review and verify invoices and check requests for appropriate documentation and approval for payment.
* Sort, distribute and code all incoming invoices.
* Enter and upload invoices into Workday system for payment.
* Process employee expense reports in Workday in accordance with the Travel & Expense Policy.
* Reconcile vendor statements to ensure payments are up to date and maintain vendor files.
* Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal (business partners) and external (supplier/vendor) inquiries concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancy to internal or external vendors.
* Assist with month end close by reconciling vendor accounts, ensuring all invoices are posted and generating and analyzing accounts payable reports.
* Ensure accurate financial reporting during month-end.
* Maintain thorough and organized documentation of all accounts payable transactions in accordance with…