Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

About the job

The Senior Accounts Payable Associate plays a key role in maintaining efficient accounts payable operations while supporting strategic initiatives, system enhancements, and continuous process improvement efforts. This position serves as a subject matter expert for accounts payable processes and collaborates closely with Accounting, Purchasing, and IT teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence.

We're looking for someone who

• Holds a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Has 4-7 years of high-volume accounts payable or related experience
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and basic accounting principles
• Is proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems
• Has experience managing multiple priorities and meeting time-sensitive deadlines
• Possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, research, and documentation skills
• Communicates effectively and builds positive working relationships across departments
• Thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Can work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Maintains a positive attitude and strong customer service mindset
• Has experience with SAP products, including S/4HANA, Analytics Cloud, or Concur (preferred)

What you'll do

• Process supplier invoices and manage full-cycle accounts payable activities
• Review and approve employee expense reports through SAP Concur
• Prepare and distribute weekly check and ACH payments
• Evaluate invoices for sales/use tax accruals and 1099 compliance
• Respond to supplier and employee inquiries regarding payment and account status
• Review open purchase orders and coordinate with purchasing teams to resolve outstanding items
• Create and maintain supplier records and supporting documentation
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, vendor disputes, and complex accounts payable issues
• Support audits by providing requested documentation and explanations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations
• Generate reports, perform data analysis, and provide operational support as needed
• Lead accounts payable operational initiatives, including automation projects and process improvements
• Partner with Accounting, Purchasing, and IT teams on system enhancements and workflow improvements
• Coordinate project timelines and communicate progress to management
• Review work completed by junior team members when requested
• Participate in testing system updates, workflows, and automation tools
• Serve as a point of contact for accounts payable operational questions and issue resolution