Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client, a growing private equity-backed management company, is seeking an AP Specialist to join its Wilmington team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to grow within a collaborative, fast-paced organization. This position is a backfill due to a promotion.

• Schedule: Hybrid; 2-3 days/week in office
• Level: Accounts Payable Specialist

Manages full-cycle accounts payable - processing invoices and vendor payments accurately and on time, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting month-end close and reconciliations.

• Process invoices and credit card transactions, ensuring proper coding and approvals
• Prepare and file 1099s, ensuring accurate vendor classification and IRS reporting compliance
• Reconcile vendor statements and bank accounts; resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and process ACH, check, and electronic payments
• Perform journal entries and support month-end/year-end close
• Maintain vendor records and ensure policy compliance
• Serve as primary point of contact for vendor and internal payment inquiries
• Support audits with documentation as needed

• Associates Degree preferred
• 2+ years of full-cycle AP experience
• Strong accounting fundamentals; comfortable with journal entries and close processes
• Clear, professional communicator; organized and able to multitask