Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in American Fork, Utah. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable working with invoice processing and account coding, and committed to maintaining accurate financial records. The role will focus on timely payment execution, careful review of supporting documentation, and dependable coordination across routine accounts payable activities.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before entering them for payment processing.
• Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices and expense documentation to support accurate financial tracking.
• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized and up-to-date payment records.
• Prepare and manage ACH payments and check runs in accordance with established schedules and internal controls.
• Investigate discrepancies related to invoices, payment amounts, or vendor details and resolve issues with appropriate follow-up.
• Maintain supporting documentation for payable activity to ensure audit readiness and compliance with company procedures.
• Communicate with internal teams and external vendors regarding payment status, documentation needs, and invoice questions.• Demonstrated experience handling accounts payable responsibilities in a detail-focused business environment.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding and the ability to apply account classifications accurately.
• Experience processing electronic payments, including ACH transactions, and coordinating check runs.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify errors, inconsistencies, and missing information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a high-volume transactional setting.
• Proficiency with standard accounting or finance systems and confidence using spreadsheets for tracking and reconciliation.