Accounts Payable Specialist - Procure-to- Champion

Do you thrive on accuracy, efficiency, and making processes better every day?

If you love clean ledgers, happy vendors, and the satisfaction of on-time payments, this is your chance to own and elevate our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) function. Join us in building a smarter, more secure financial operation that helps our growing company scale fasterand with confidence.

• Own AP Operations: Manage the full cycleinvoice processing, PO matching, expense coding, and weekly payments.
• Champion Vendor Relationships: Resolve inquiries and discrepancies promptly while maintaining trust and professionalism.
• Drive Compliance & Security: Ensure vendor onboarding accuracy, positive pay practices, and adherence to licensing requirements.
• Collaborate & Reconcile: Partner with internal teams for approvals, support audits, and guarantee accurate month-end close.
• Improve & Innovate: Identify bottlenecks, reduce costs, and turn AP data into actionable insights for smarter decisions.

At Sprague Pest Solutions, were more than a pest control company were a team committed to excellence and growth. Youll have real ownership, support from smart peers, and the chance to shape how money moves through the business.

• Impactful Work: Your precision and ideas will directly influence financial health and strategic decisions.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to lead projects, refine processes, and advance your skills.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with a team that values integrity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Competitive Pay: $25 $ 30/hour (based on experience) + annual bonus program
• Benefits: Health, vision, dental (within 30 days), 401K with generous match, paid time off starting day 1, childcare assistance, and college savings plan
• Development: Unlimited growth opportunities, continuing education, and leadership training

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a secure, efficient, and future-ready Procure-to-Pay function.

Must-Haves:

• Associates degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 26 years of experience in accounts payable, vendor management, or similar role
• Hands-on AP experience: invoice/PO matching, coding, payment processing
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in reconciliation and month-end close
• Comfort with ERP/AP automation tools and solid Excel skills
• Ownership mindset with urgency and flexibility to meet deadlines

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with P2P process improvement or automation tools
• Familiarity with accounting software (Sage, SAP, Oracle)
• Multi-entity or multi-bank AP experience
• Track record of compliance wins and cost-saving initiatives

Pre-Hire Screening Requirements:

• 5+ years Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record
• Criminal Background Check:
  Federal, State, County
• Employment, Education, Credit Checks
• 5-Panel Drug Screen

Disclaimer:W.

B. Sprague Company Inc. reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:Sprague Pest Solutions is an Equal Opportunity employer and promotes diversity through a culture of inclusion and opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are a drug and smoke-free environment.

Detailed Job Description

Position Title:

Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist

Department:
Accounting

Reports To:

Controller

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

EEOC Class:
Professionals

Salary: $25 - $30/hour plus incentives

Position Summary:

The primary responsibility of the Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist is to ensure the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and payments, proactively maintain positive vendor relationships, and support continuous improvement in AP processes. The AP Specialist will leverage technology solutions, collaborate across departments, and provide insights to enhance payment efficiency and compliance. In addition, the AP Specialist will work on establishing a Procure to Pay function to centralize vendor payments and shift the approval to prior to expenditure, rather than after consumption of the services or receipt of goods.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct accounts payable activities, including invoice entry, verification against purchase orders, and weekly payment processing
• Proactively communicate with vendors to resolve inquiries, discrepancies, and payment issues; document all activities and agreements in a timely manner
• Identify and suggest process enhancements to improve payment cycle times, reduce costs, and strengthen compliance with company policies
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper coding, approval, and documentation of expenditures
• Support vendor onboarding, maintenance, and data integrity across systems
• Reconcile vendor statements, review…