Accounts Payable Specialist

GHJ
Atlanta, GA
HybridCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience with full-cycle accounts payable processes and a background in accounting operations.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with hands-on accounts payable experience and a track record of improving AP processes
    — “Support audits and identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.”
  • Professionals comfortable with ERP systems and detail-oriented in invoice processing
    — “Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.”
  • Individuals who thrive in a collaborative team environment and can manage multiple priorities
    — “Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires a commitment to in-person collaboration as part of the hybrid schedule
    — “Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and in-person collaboration.”
  • Candidates should be prepared to work on month-end close and account reconciliations
    — “Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and AP reporting.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience with invoice coding and payment processing in your resume and interview responses
    — “Process full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.”
  • Showcase your ERP system proficiency and ability to reconcile vendor statements accurately
    — “Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.”
  • Emphasize your communication and collaboration skills, especially with vendors and internal teams
    — “Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal departments to resolve outstanding issues.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • processing full-cycle accounts payable
  • reviewing invoices for accuracy
  • preparing vendor payments
  • reconciling vendor statements
  • maintaining accurate vendor records
Typical background
accounts payableaccountingfinance

Skills & requirements

Required

Accounts PayableInvoice ReviewCodingPayment ProcessingVendor ReconciliationRecord MaintenanceVendor CommunicationMonth-end CloseAccount ReconciliationAp Reporting

Preferred

Process ImprovementAudit Support

Stack & domain

Accounts PayableInvoice ReviewCodingPayment ProcessingVendor PaymentsACHChecksWire TransfersVendor ReconciliationDiscrepancy ResearchVendor Record MaintenanceW-9 FormsPayment InformationVendor InquiriesInternal CollaborationMonth-end CloseAccount ReconciliationsAP ReportingOutstanding InvoicesPayment SchedulesAudit SupportProcess ImprovementAP ProcessesEfficiencyAttention To DetailOrganizationProblem SolvingCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityProfessionalismService OrientationCustomer SatisfactionTrainingDocumentationFeedbackTrust BuildingWin-win SolutionsMerchant SupportCourier SupportCustomer SupportTechnical CommunicationLanguage ProficiencyTechnical SkillsData AnalysisAccountingERP SystemsVendor ManagementInvoice Processing

About the role

Original posting from GHJ via Lever

GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential.

Key Responsibilities:

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Process full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing.

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Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation.

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Prepare vendor payments through ACH, checks, and wire transfers.

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Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.

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Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9 forms and payment information.

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Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal departments to resolve outstanding issues.

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Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and AP reporting.

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Monitor outstanding invoices and payment schedules to ensure timely payments.

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Support audits and identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.

Qualifications:

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2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.

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Strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes and general accounting principles.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.

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Experience with invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing.

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Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.

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Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams.

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Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Why Join?:

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Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and in-person collaboration.

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Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across accounts payable and accounting operations.

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Collaborative, supportive team environment.

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Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop accounting expertise.

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Source: GHJ careers (Lever)

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