Accounts Payable Pro — Process Optimization & Cash Flow

Red Frog Solutions; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Frog Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant in Mentor, OH to own all accounts payable activities. The role ensures accurate invoicing, 3-way matching, and timely payments while upholding GAAP and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP or general accounting experience, a related bachelor’s degree, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a proactive, independent work style ready to drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable processes and GAAP.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Self-starter with initiative and ability to work independently while taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Own all activities related to accounts payable and drive continuous process improvement.
• Accurately process vendor invoices through 3-way matching.
• Collaborate with Receiving, Operations, and Procurement to validate receipt of goods and services, ensuring accurate 3-way match and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare and execute weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wires).
• Manage vendor relationships and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payment of obligations while optimizing cash flow.
• Reconcile vendor statements and proactively resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure proper coding of invoices and alignment with company policies.
• Support month-end close by preparing AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.
• Support internal and external audit requests.
• Lead spend review meetings, analyzing variances and identifying key drivers of overspending across specific areas.

Skills

Accounts payable

GAAP

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Vendor relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

3-way matching

Job description

Red Frog Solutions is seeking a Staff Accountant in Mentor, OH to own all accounts payable activities. The role ensures accurate invoicing, 3-way matching, and timely payments while upholding GAAP and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP or general accounting experience, a related bachelor’s degree, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a proactive, independent work style ready to drive process improvements.