Accounts Payable Specialist

About the Role

A growing organization in Seymour, CT is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of the full accounts payable process from start to finish. The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring vendor payments are processed accurately and on time while maintaining strong internal controls and vendor relationships.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Join a collaborative and supportive accounting team
• Opportunity to own the full accounts payable cycle
• Highly visible role with interaction across multiple departments
• Stable organization with a strong focus on operational excellence
• Fast-paced environment with opportunities to contribute beyond traditional AP functions

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment
• Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and vendor invoices
• Review invoices for accuracy, approvals, and proper coding
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries
• Process vendor payments through checks, ACH, and wire transfers
• Maintain vendor records, W-9 documentation, and supporting files
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve outstanding balances
• Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting procedures
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and operations teams to ensure invoice accuracy
• Support audit requests and provide required documentation as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar AP role
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable processes
• Hands-on experience with three-way matching
• NetSuite experience is required
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills