Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a detail-oriented services firm in Boston, Massachusetts. This position is well suited to someone who thrives in a deadline-driven setting and can manage a high volume of invoice activity with accuracy and consistency. The individual in this role will support day-to-day payables operations, maintain strong vendor relationships, and help ensure expenses are recorded correctly across projects, departments, and cost centers.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, from receiving invoices through final payment processing.
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately while assigning costs to the appropriate projects, departments, and cost centers.
• Prepare and process weekly payment activity, including checks, electronic payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate billing issues, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor records to support accurate payment processing and reporting.
• Partner with project managers and vendors to address questions related to invoices, payment status, and expense allocation.
• Assist with month-end close by supporting account reconciliations and ensuring payables data is complete and accurate.• At least 2 years of hands-on accounts payable experience.
• Solid knowledge of invoice review, account coding, payment processing, and reconciliations.
• Prior experience in a services environment is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with Deltek is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for working effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.