Accounts Payable Specialist

Vaco Boston has partnered with our client who is looking to hire an Accounts Payable Analyst to join their team.

• Charge expenses to accounts and cost centers and control petty cash spending
• Verify vendor accounts, pay vendors and resolve purchase order, invoice or payment discrepancies
• Issue purchase order amendments and stop payments
• Monitor payroll expense claims, including salary advances and overtime payments
• Reconcile account transactions with the general ledger
• Perform recordkeeping and prepare financial reports
• Keep informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting

• Proven work experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or similar role
• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software
• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards and industry regulations
• Extensive experience in account reconciliation
• Great time management and organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities
• Relevant training and/or certifications as an Accounts Payable Specialist

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.