Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location:

Leawood, Kansas (Onsite)

Openings: 3 Immediate Needs

A growing restaurant management organization is seeking three Accounts Payable Specialists to join its expanding accounting team. The company recently brought Accounts Payable in-house and is continuing to grow, with plans to acquire additional restaurant locations in the near future. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced, high-volume environment with long-term potential.

Start date is as soon as next week, though candidates needing to provide notice will still be considered.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Accounts Payable and collaborate closely with Home Office and field teams. This role is responsible for supporting daily AP operations including invoice processing, PO matching, payment processing, vendor maintenance, and special projects.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume environment.

• Process high-volume invoices (100-150+ daily) with accuracy and timeliness
• Execute invoice entry, validation, and document storage in accordance with company policies
• Ensure proper coding of payables within the accounting structure
• Perform PO matching and payment processing
• Reconcile large vendor accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Resolve vendor issues related to remittance addresses, payment terms, and invoice discrepancies
• Monitor and resolve reconciling items, transaction errors, and other discrepancies
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Support additional projects as assigned by AP leadership

• 3+ years of high-volume Accounts Payable experience (100-150+ invoices daily required)
• Two profiles considered:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business with AP experience preferred
  • Tenured AP Specialist without degree (stable work history required; no job hoppers)
• Strong computer skills required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills highly preferred (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups)
• Experience with accounting software systems
• Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills with both financial and non-financial teams
• High level of initiative and attention to detail