Accounts Payable Specialist

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.

Highlights about this opportunity:

• 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

Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist include but are not limited to:

• 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

Qualification requirements:

• 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

Salary Range: $55,000 – 65,000

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2026