Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client is a respected institution in the higher education sector seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their collaborative accounting team. This full‑time role is key to maintaining smooth day‑to‑day financial operations and ensuring accurate, timely payments.

• Working with a mission‑driven organization
• Supportive, team‑oriented culture with strong institutional values
• Work‑life balance with hybrid work schedule
• Exposure to process improvement and system optimization

• Process vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and purchase order payments
• Review, match, and code invoices accurately
• Prepare weekly check and ACH payment runs
• Resolve vendor or departmental discrepancies
• Reconcile vendor statements and assist with month‑end close
• Support audit requests and help streamline AP processes

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of AP or general accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service orientation
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting systems
• Experience with Workday Financials or similar ERP preferred, prior higher‑education or nonprofit experience a plus

$55,000 - 65,000