Accounts Payable Specialist

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Full Time Regular Clerical Fall River, MA, US

8 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

We’re looking for a detail-driven, proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team! If you enjoy solving problems, working with data, and keeping financial operations running smoothly, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our financial operations are accurate, efficient, and up to date. We’re specifically looking for someone who can think independently, bring ideas to improve processes, and confidently work with large data sets in Excel.

Process daily financial transactions with a high level of accuracy and efficiency

Verify, post, and ensure timely payment of invoices

Perform 3‑way matching (invoices, purchase orders, receiving documents)

Investigate and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal teams

Provide guidance on invoice coding and procedures

Review reports to identify and correct inconsistencies

Assist with weekly payment journals (vendors and customer refunds)

Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve outstanding issues

Maintain vendor records and support vendor card updates

Assist with month‑end close and reconciliations

Support sales tax registrations and fixed asset tracking

Assist with audit requests and special projects

• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently with sound judgment
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced Excel and data manipulation skills are required (must‑have), including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and the ability to work efficiently with large datasets
• Proven ability to identify inefficiencies and bring forward ideas for process improvements
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• A team‑oriented mindset with a customer‑service approach when working with vendors and internal partners

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• 2+ years of direct Accounts Payable experience required
• Hands‑on experience using Excel in a professional setting is required

Must be able to reliably commute to the Fall River, MA office for required in‑office days (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Salary Range: $52,000 – $63,000 annually

In accordance with applicable law, the salary range provided reflects the anticipated base pay for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on a variety of job‑related factors, which may include, but are not limited to, relevant work experience, education, training, certifications, and skill set.

This range does not include any potential bonus eligibility or the value of benefits. The Company reserves the right to modify this range as needed.

In addition to base compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and other employer‑sponsored benefits.

We’re a team that values collaboration, accountability, and positive energy. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully, bring new ideas to the table, and be part of a supportive environment that encourages growth and ownership.

If you’re motivated, detail‑oriented, and ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we’d love to hear from you!