Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Operations professional to support day-to-day accounting and payment activities in a highly controlled environment. This role works closely with cross-functional internal teams as well as external partners, requiring strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate accurately under deadlines—especially during monthly close.

• Execute and support payment processing, reconciliations, and related financial operations in a SOX-compliant internal control environment
• Ensure all transactions are accurate, complete, and properly documented, maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Partner regularly with internal stakeholders (Finance, AP/AR, Procurement, Operations) and interface with external vendors and partners
  , representing the organization professionally
• Prepare, review, and present financial information clearly and confidently, both written and verbal
• Support month-end close activities, including increased in-office presence during close week
• Identify process improvements while maintaining compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
• Utilize ERP and financial systems for transaction processing and reporting;
  Microsoft Dynamics experience is a plus
  , but not required

• Proven experience working in a SOX-level internal control environment
  , particularly with payments or transaction processing
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with comfort engaging across departments and with external parties
• Hands‑on, practical finance or accounting experience preferred over purely academic credentials

• Finance or Accounting degree (completed or in progress) is a plus, but not required
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar ERP systems
• Background in finance operations, accounting operations, AP/AR, or shared services environments

• Hybrid role: 3 days per week in the office
• 5 days in the office during the first week of each month to support close activities