Accounts Payable SpecialistLocation: Columbus, GA | Full-Time | Salary: $50,000 – $65,000 annuallyAbout E.L. Blake CorporationE.L. Blake Corporation (ELB) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission-critical operational and technical support to the U.S. Department of Defense, with a focus on U.S. Air Force mission planning systems. ELB delivers highly skilled personnel and scalable solutions that ensure system readiness, operational compliance, and mission success across global environments.Position OverviewE.L. Blake Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support accounting and financial operations at our corporate office in Columbus, Georgia.The Accounts Payable Specialist will support vendor invoice processing, employee expenses, vendor administration, and financial recordkeeping. This position will work closely with internal departments and vendors to ensure accounts payable transactions and supporting documentation are processed accurately and maintained in accordance with established company procedures.Why Join ELBThis is an opportunity to join a growing federal government contractor and gain hands-on experience across accounts payable and financial operations. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work closely with Accounting, Contracts, and other corporate functions while developing experience with Deltek Costpoint and financial processes supporting a federal contracting environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProcess vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and related accounts payable transactions accurately and timely.Set up and maintain vendor and accounts payable information in Deltek Costpoint.Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to obtain required documentation and resolve routine payment or invoice discrepancies.Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for accounts payable, audits, and compliance activities.Support Accounting and Contracts with vendor administration, financial documentation, and tracking outstanding accounts payable items through completion.Required QualificationsU.S. CitizenshipHigh school diploma or equivalent1–2 years of accounts payable, accounting, finance, administrative, or related experience; relevant internship or academic experience may be consideredProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookStrong organizational, numerical, and attention-to-detail skillsAbility to review financial and administrative documentation for accuracy and completenessEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to appropriately handle confidential financial and company informationPreferred QualificationsAssociate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related fieldPrevious accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experienceExperience with Deltek Costpoint or a similar accounting/ERP systemExperience within a federal government contracting or DoD environmentBenefitsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions up to 4%Responsible Time Off (RTO) program supporting flexibility and work-life balance40 hours of paid sick leave annuallyPaid holidaysCompany-paid basic life insurance
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