Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team in Dedham, MA. The role focuses on full-cycle AP processing, vendor management, and reporting to support audits and month-end close.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of AP experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include verifying invoices, reconciling with PO and receiving docs, maintaining vendor records, and assisting in year-end schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Payable experience in a commercial environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains preferred.
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot issues.

Responsibilities

• Compile and process all approved accounts payable expenditures.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and receiving documents; reconcile discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze expenses and ensure accurate coding to the General Ledger.
• Prepare and maintain schedules supporting audits, tax requirements, and other financial reporting needs.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Generate and distribute financial reports to various departments and business units.
• Support special accounting and finance projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely payment processing.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

A well-established organization in the facility services industry is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This position will be responsible for full-cycle accounts payable processing, expense analysis, audit support, and financial reporting activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Compile and process all approved accounts payable expenditures.
• Verify invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation; reconcile discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze expenses and ensure accurate coding to the General Ledger.
• Prepare and maintain schedules supporting audits, tax requirements, and other financial reporting needs.
• Assist with the preparation of year-end audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Generate and distribute financial reports to various departments and business units.
• Support special accounting and finance projects as needed.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and ensure timely payment processing.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably within a commercial services environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is preferred.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and troubleshoot issues effectively.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.