Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-moving organization in Richmond, Virginia, in a Contract to permanent capacity. This remote opportunity follows a Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. schedule and is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can manage a high volume of invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The person in this role will partner with vendors and internal accounting team members to keep payables operations running smoothly while supporting broader finance functions.

Responsibilities:

- Review, code, and enter a high daily volume of invoices while maintaining strong accuracy and adherence to payment timelines.

- Communicate with vendors to resolve billing questions, clarify discrepancies, and ensure account information remains up to date.

- Process electronic payments and assist with check run activities in accordance with established procedures and deadlines.

- Support the accounting department with accounts payable reporting, reconciliations, and documentation needed for routine financial operations.

- Use Excel and accounting systems to organize payment data, track invoice status, and improve day-to-day workflow visibility.

- Contribute to payables activities related to business growth initiatives, including environments influenced by acquisitions or private equity ownership.

- Maintain complete and audit-ready records for invoices, approvals, vendor files, and payment transactions. Requirements

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