Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Pay Rate:$65,000–$75,000/year; Based on experience
Location:Schenectady, NY (On-site)
Employment Type:Direct Hire

Experience:1–3 years of accounts payable experience preferred
Skills: Sage 300 experience preferred. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge: Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable in a construction related industry.

Our growing client is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized accounting professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment while ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. If you're looking to grow your accounting career with a stable and expanding organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist will include:

• Process accounts payable invoices and match invoices with receiving and packing slips
• Maintain organized files for paid and unpaid invoices
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
• Communicate with vendors regarding payment questions and invoice issues
• Process customer credit applications
• Create and maintain vendor records within the accounting system
• Assist with vendor check runs, including matching invoices, resolving discrepancies, mailing, and filing
• Support month-end closing activities related to accounts payable
• Assist with answering company phones
• Provide support for additional accounting and finance functions as needed

Qualifications for the role of Accounts Payable Specialist:

Required:

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1–3 years of accounts payable experience
• Familiarity with Sage300 accounting software

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Career Growth Opportunities

About Us:

redShift Recruiting is the region's premier recruiting agency with over 100 years of combined experience in the recruiting field. We specialize in permanent, temporary, and temp-to-hire positions, connecting skilled professionals with top employers across the region.

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