Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client, a well-established organization in the manufacturing/distribution space, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys investigating discrepancies, and is comfortable working within SAP. Key responsibilities include managing full-cycle AP, performing 3-way match, resolving invoice variances, supporting inventory-related reconciliations, and assisting with month-end close.

The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of accounting workflows within a product-based business.

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable, including invoice entry, 3-way matching, coding, and payment processing
• Research, validate, and resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing errors, and shipment issues
• Maintain accurate vendor files, aging reports, and payment schedules
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (procurement, operations, inventory) to resolve vendor disputes and delivery issues
• Assist with AP-related reconciliations, including GR/IR and inventory variances
• Prepare supporting documentation for audits and month-end close
• Utilize SAP for daily processing, reporting, and vendor account analysis

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience; manufacturing/distribution experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in SAP required
• Strong understanding of 3-way match and inventory-related AP workflows
• Strong analytical skills with a high attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact  .

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