Job Title: Senior Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid - 2 days remote after training)
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 annually
Growth Opportunity: Yes. Clear path for advancement in a dynamic, growing company.
Overview:We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in Phoenix. This hybrid role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in AP, a solid understanding of general ledger & journal entries, and solid Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables a must). If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with professional growth, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:- Manage full-cycle accounts payable, from invoice receipt to payment processing.
- Accurately code invoices, obtain proper approvals, and ensure timely payments.
- Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end close activities.
- Create and enter journal entries with proper GL coding, based on chart of accounts understanding.
- Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with company policy.
- Communicate with vendors to resolve inquiries and discrepancies professionally and promptly.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance AP efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and accounting teams.
Requirements:- 5+ years of recent experience in high-volume, full-cycle AP in a corporate setting.
- Strong working knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
- Ability to create journal entries and navigate the chart of accounts confidently.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- Experience with ERP systems.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Pay Details: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year
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