Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Accounting team. The Senior AP Specialist will oversee the day-to-day accounts payable process, ensuring invoices are accurately reviewed, coded, approved, and paid in a timely manner. This position will also assist with vendor management, account reconciliations, month-end close, and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice receipt, verification, coding, approval, and payment.
• Provide leadership and guidance to AP Specialists.
• Oversee the AP inbox, assigning emails to team members according to their responsibilities.
• Coordinate and execute weekly payment runs and biweekly employee expense reimbursements.
• Generate and review "Invoices Not Received" and "Received Not Invoiced" reports during month-end close.
• Reconcile vendor statements, resolve discrepancies promptly, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Support the preparation of 1099 filings and manage vendor W-9 documentation.
• Assist with annual financial audits by providing necessary documentation and support.
• Uphold a high standard of customer service by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Manage and support various ad hoc financial processes and projects as required.

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of accounting principles, bookkeeping, and financial reporting.
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of A/P experience.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics GP and NetSuite; familiarity with Ramp or Coupa is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with multi-company entities and inter-company transactions.
• Attention to detail and well-developed time management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• 2 weeks’ starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with the company.
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance at 1x your annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program.