Accounts Payable Specialist

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Zelienople, PA. Summary: We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support vendor invoice processing, payment administration, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of accounts payable transactions while maintaining compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls. The ideal candidate has experience working in high-volume AP environments, strong vendor management skills, and experience using Costpoint or OnBase. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable Processing:

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Match invoices to purchase orders, packing slips, and approved supporting documentation
• Verify invoice details including pricing, quantities, taxes, account coding, and approvals
• Process invoices within the accounting system and maintain accurate payment records
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and corporate credit card payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances and discrepancies
• Resolve invoice, payment, and vendor-related issues in a timely manner
• Maintain vendor files, W-9 documentation, and vendor master records
• Assist with vendor onboarding and vendor account maintenance
• Monitor accounts payable aging and support cash flow forecasting efforts

Accounting & Reporting Support:

• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, AP reconciliations, and reporting
• Maintain organized AP documentation and supporting records
• Support internal and external audits by providing schedules and requested documentation
• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and operational efficiency

Requirements:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience
• Experience processing high-volume vendor invoices
• Experience with invoice matching, account coding, and vendor reconciliations
• Experience working with Costpoint or OnBase is required
• Knowledge of accounts payable procedures and accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with ACH payments, check runs, and credit card payment processing
• Experience supporting month-end close activities
• Experience in manufacturing, government contracting, engineering, or professional services environments
• Experience supporting audit requests and compliance initiatives

Key Competencies:

• Accounts Payable
• Invoice Processing
• Costpoint
• OnBase
• Vendor Management
• Invoice Matching
• ACH & Check Payments
• AP Reconciliations
• Month-End Close Support
• Cash Flow Support
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement