Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist – Alpharetta, GA
Pay: $30/hour

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This Accounts Payable Specialist opportunity is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys managing high-volume invoices, working with vendors, and taking ownership of the accounts payable process. This is a hands-on role that requires someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a busy accounting environment.

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• Opportunity to take ownership of high-volume accounts payable operations

  
  
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• Work closely with vendors, procurement, and accounting teams

  
  
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• Hands-on role involving purchase orders, invoice processing, and payment disbursements

  
  
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• Exposure to fund accounting and ERP systems

  
  
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• Great fit for someone who enjoys working independently and managing multiple priorities

  
  
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Key Responsibilities

As the Accounts Payable Specialist, you will:

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• Manage high-volume accounts payable processing, handling approximately 100 invoices and ensuring timely and accurate payments

  
  
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• Review and process vendor invoices, verifying purchase orders, approvals, and supporting documentation

  
  
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• Serve as a key point of contact for receiving invoices and coordinating payment disbursements

  
  
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• Communicate with external vendors to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment inquiries, and outstanding balances

  
  
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• Ensure invoices are properly coded and processed in accordance with fund accounting principles

  
  
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• Utilize ERP systems to process transactions, track payments, and maintain accurate financial records

  
  
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• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and assist with month-end accounts payable reporting

  
  
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Qualifications

Ideal candidates for this Accounts Payable Specialist role will have:

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• Strong accounts payable experience, including high-volume invoice processing

  
  
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• Understanding of fund accounting principles

  
  
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• Experience working with purchase orders, invoice approvals, and payment disbursements

  
  
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• Previous experience using ERP systems for accounts payable processing

  
  
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• Strong vendor communication skills and experience resolving payment discrepancies

  
  
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• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage multiple responsibilities

  
  
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• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines

  
  
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting processes

  
  
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Why This Role?

This Accounts Payable Specialist position is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of the AP process and working in a fast-paced accounting environment. You'll play an important role in managing vendor relationships, processing high-volume invoices, ensuring accurate payments, and supporting the organization's financial operations. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist who is comfortable with ERP systems, fund accounting, and working independently, this could be a great opportunity!

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