Accounts Payable Payroll

LHH; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Albuquerque is seeking a detail-oriented AP/Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization with 500+ employees across multiple states. This split role supports high-volume accounts payable and multi-state payroll processing, requiring accuracy and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, coding and entering data, vendor statement reconciliations, weekly payment runs, and payroll administration across states.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable and payroll or a combination role.
• Experience processing high-volume AP transactions.
• Multi-state payroll experience required.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices accurately and on time.
• Code and enter invoices into the accounting system.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation.
• Assist with weekly payment runs, ACH, and checks.
• Support month-end close, accruals, and AP reconciliations.
• Process payroll for a multi-state employee population.
• Review timecards, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Maintain payroll records for new hires and terminations.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations.
• Research payroll discrepancies and respond to questions.
• Assist with audits and year-end processing.
• Partner with HR and Finance for accurate data.

Skills

Accounts payable

Payroll

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting systems

Job description

Schedule: Monday through Friday, Full Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail oriented and dependable AP/Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization with more than 500 employees across multiple states. This is a split role responsible for supporting both high volume accounts payable operations and multi state payroll processing. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience working in a fast paced environment, and the ability to manage confidential information with a high degree of accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process high volume invoices accurately and efficiently while meeting payment deadlines
• Review, code, and enter invoices into the accounting system
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain vendor records, W 9 documentation, and payment files
• Assist with weekly payment runs, ACH transactions, and check processing
• Support month end close activities, accruals, and AP reconciliations
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships

Payroll

• Process payroll for a large, multi state employee population
• Review employee timecards, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings for accuracy
• Maintain payroll records including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and direct deposit updates
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll questions
• Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and year end processing
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate employee data and payroll administration

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable & payroll, or a combination role
• Experience processing high volume accounts payable transactions
• Multi state payroll experience required
• Experience supporting organizations with 500+ employees strongly preferred
• Proficiency with payroll and accounting systems
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication and problem solving skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information