Accounts Payable Specialist

CFS; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS, a growing biotech company, invites you to join its Cambridge-based finance team as Accounts Payable Specialist. You will process high-volume vendor invoices, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely payments.

This role offers exposure to ERP systems, automation initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration across R&D, operations, and procurement. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Process and code high‑volume vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies.
• Execute weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and maintain AP records.
• Assist with month‑end close activities related to AP.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Skills

2+ years AP experience

Tools

ERP systems (NetSuite SAP Oracle)

Job description

• Be part of a fast-growing biotech company at the forefront of innovation


• Gain exposure to a highly collaborative finance team supporting research and operations


• Work in a dynamic Cambridge, MA market with strong career mobility


• Opportunity to strengthen systems experience (ERP, automation tools, process improvements)


• High visibility role with cross-functional interaction across departments


• Stable organization with strong funding and long-term growth trajectory


• Hands‑on experience in a complex, high-volume AP environment


• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000

Location: Cambridge, MA

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Be part of a fast-growing biotech company at the forefront of innovation


• Gain exposure to a highly collaborative finance team supporting research and operations


• Work in a dynamic Cambridge, MA market with strong career mobility


• Opportunity to strengthen systems experience (ERP, automation tools, process improvements)


• High visibility role with cross-functional interaction across departments


• Stable organization with strong funding and long-term growth trajectory


• Hands‑on experience in a complex, high-volume AP environment


• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and efficiency initiatives

Key Responsibilities For The Accounts Payable Specialist

• Process and code high‑volume vendor invoices accurately and timely


• Manage vendor relationships and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies


• Execute weekly check runs, ACH, and wire payments


• Reconcile vendor statements and maintain AP records


• Assist with month‑end close activities related to AP


• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies

Qualifications For The Accounts Payable Specialist

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience


• Experience in biotech, life sciences, or a similar industry preferred


• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle)


• Strong Excel skills