Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ's relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client's needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will support full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment preparation, vendor reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements while working closely with the accounting and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.
• Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare vendor payments through ACH, checks, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9 forms and payment information.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal departments to resolve outstanding issues.
• Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and AP reporting.
• Monitor outstanding invoices and payment schedules to ensure timely payments.
• Support audits and identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes and general accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Experience with invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Why Join?

• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and in-person collaboration.
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across accounts payable and accounting operations.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop accounting expertise.

$55,000 - $65,000 a year