Accounts Payable Specialist

Compensation: $22-$25/hr DOE

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing and processing payments owed by the organization to suppliers and other creditors. This role ensures that all invoices and expense reports are processed accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner, while maintaining strong vendor relationships and adhering to company policies.

• Review, verify, and input invoices, matching them to purchase orders and receipts.
• Process payments (checks, ACH, wires), ensure timely disbursements, and address vendor inquiries.
• Audit and process employee expense reports per company policies.
• Reconcile transactions and vendor statements, resolving discrepancies.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Technical skills: Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Quick Books, SAP, Oracle) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Must be a full-time employee (30+ weekly hours or 130+ hours per month) to be eligible.
• Medical plan offered: BCBSNC Blue Options PPO; premiums pre‑taxed.
• Sherpa pays a portion of the employee-only premium for medical.
• 90‑day waiting period from date of hire.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available.

• Seniority Level: Associate
• Employment Type: Contract
• Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Manufacturing

• We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we will consider you for future openings and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you’re qualified for or interested in.
• Non‑Local Candidates:
  Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly; let us know if you plan to move to the area soon.
• Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.