Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a fast-paced manufacturing operation in Desoto, Kansas. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a high-volume, paper-driven setting and can keep invoice processing accurate, organized, and on schedule.

The right candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and vendors while managing daily payment activity.

Responsibilities:

- Review and process a large volume of supplier invoices with accuracy and timely follow-through in a paper-based accounts payable environment.

- Reconcile purchase orders, receiving documents, and vendor invoices to confirm that payments are supported by complete and correct documentation.

- Assign proper coding to invoices and prepare transactions for approval and entry in accordance with company procedures.

- Coordinate scheduled check runs and help ensure vendor payments are issued within established deadlines.

- Investigate invoice discrepancies, missing paperwork, and pricing variances by working closely with purchasing, receiving, and other internal partners.

- Maintain organized physical records and supporting documents so files are easy to retrieve for audits, reporting, and day-to-day operations.

- Prioritize competing tasks effectively while meeting strict deadlines during high-volume processing periods.

- Communicate professionally with vendors and colleagues to resolve payment questions and support smooth accounts payable operations. Requirements - At least 3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience, preferably within a manufacturing setting.

- Demonstrated ability to match purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices in a paper-based workflow.

- Experience handling high-volume invoice processing with strong accuracy and consistency.

- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and perform well under pressure.

- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

- Working knowledge of invoice coding, invoice processing, and check run procedures.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is preferred.

- An associate degree or prior accounting coursework/background is a plus.

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