Accounts Payable Accountant

Connect Search, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect Search, LLC seeks an experienced accounting professional in Houston to support accounts payable, vendor relations, and financial controls. This role focuses on timely invoice processing, accurate payments, and adherence to internal controls.

The candidate will manage invoices, perform GL reconciliations, and assist with month-end close, applying GAAP principles and company policies. Strong ERP skills and attention to detail are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Understanding of general ledger, two-way/three-way matching, expense reports, and financial policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Invoice Management: Review, verify, and process invoices received from vendors
• Payment Processing: Execute payments via checks, wire transfers, ACH, or credit cards according to payment terms
• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor files, resolve disputes, and manage relationships to ensure timely service
• Reconciliation & Compliance: Reconcile accounts, match purchase orders/invoices, and ensure adherence to GAAP, tax rules, and internal controls
• Process Improvement: Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement automation or optimization strategies
• Reporting & Analysis: Prepare reports, track expenses, and support month-end closing

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Vendor communication

Prioritize tasks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

• Invoice Management: Review, verify, and process invoices received from vendors


• Payment Processing: Execute payments via checks, wire transfers, ACH, or credit cards according to payment terms


• Vendor Management: Maintain vendor files, resolve disputes, and manage relationships to ensure timely service


• Reconciliation & Compliance: Reconcile accounts, match purchase orders/invoices, and ensure adherence to GAAP, tax rules, and internal controls


• Process Improvement: Analyze workflows to identify inefficiencies and implement automation or optimization strategies

Reporting & Analysis:

Prepare reports, track expenses, and support month-end closing

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred


• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems


• Knowledge: Understanding of general ledger, two-way/three-way matching, expense reports, and financial policy compliance

Soft Skills:

Attention to detail, problem-solving, vendor communication, and ability to prioritize tasks