Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's growing manufacturing organization in Birmingham, Alabama. This role is ideal for an accounts payable detail oriented who has a thorough understanding of the full AP cycle and can work independently while supporting a high-volume, fast-paced environment. The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor research, and general ledger-related activities while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment processing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment.
• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, vendor inquiries, and payment issues.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate outstanding items.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and AP-related journal entries.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Work closely with purchasing, operations, and accounting teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed.
• Analyze AP data and identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Utilize Excel to perform reconciliations, reporting, and data analysis.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures.