Accounts Payable & GL Specialist

World Travel, Inc.; Amity Township (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

World Travel, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist to join our Finance Team. This role handles vendor invoice processing, payment runs, reconciliations, month-end close support, and internal/external vendor communication.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel/Word. Travel-sector accounting experience (Central Command) is a plus. Based in Amity Township, PA, on-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• 3–5 years of accounting or clerical accounting experience.
• Hands-on experience with accounts payable processes.
• Working knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Experience with travel-industry accounting systems, such as Central Command, is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and accurately process vendor invoices in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Verify appropriate approvals and ensure transactions comply with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including ACH, checks, and wire payments.
• Maintain accurate and organized vendor files and payment records.
• Process employee expense reimbursements accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor accounts payable activity to ensure invoices are processed and paid within established timeframes.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor the accounts payable aging and follow up on outstanding items.
• Assist with month-end closing activities, including: general ledger journal entries, account reconciliations, accruals, supporting documentation.
• Prepare financial reports and other accounting documentation as requested.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor questions regarding invoices, payments, and account balances.
• Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with vendors.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments to obtain required approvals and resolve invoice or payment issues.
• Assist with new vendor setup by ensuring required documentation and information are complete and properly entered into the ERP system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical and problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in Accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Central Command

Job description

World Travel, Inc. is seeking an Accounts Payable & Accounting Specialist to join our Finance Team. This role handles vendor invoice processing, payment runs, reconciliations, month-end close support, and internal/external vendor communication.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in accounting, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel/Word. Travel-sector accounting experience (Central Command) is a plus. Based in Amity Township, PA, on-site role with growth opportunities.