Accounts Payable Specialist

EctoHR, Inc; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A staffing support organization in Metro-Detroit seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist responsible for managing vendor bills and account reconciliation. Ideal candidates will have 2-3 years of accounting experience, proficiency in QuickBooks, and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers competitive hourly wages, works in-office at least three days per week, and allows for eligible hybrid remote work. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are key attributes for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in accounting, or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer accounts payable functions including entering bills and managing approvals.
• Reconcile vendor and supplier account balances.
• Support accounting functions and reporting.

Skills

Accounting experience

Knowledge of QuickBooks

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Bill.com

Job description

Our client, located out of Metro-Detroit, is a private organization that provides shared staffing support across multiple affiliated businesses. Its focus is on driving operational efficiency, improving processes, and supporting innovative solutions that enhance performance and long-term value. The organization’s work spans a range of service areas, including technology, infrastructure, communications, security, and related operational support.

Accounts Payable Specialist Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for administering accounts payable functions, including entering vendor and supplier bills, overseeing new vendor profile set-up, managing payable approvals, and reconciling vendor and supplier account balances. The Accounts Payable Specialist will also support the Accounting Department with other accounting functions including accounts payable reporting, documentation of payable transactions, and reconciling vendor accounts in payable processing software with accounting software. The Accounts Payable Specialist will work in a fast-paced environment with a demanding workload and a high number of transactions.

Preferred Experience, Skills & Abilities of the AP Specialist

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is preferred, but not required
• Must have 2-3 years of experience in accounting, or a combination of education and job experience
• Experience with QuickBooks is strongly preferred
• Experience with Bill.com or similar payment platform is preferred
• Strong writing and communication skills and dedication to accuracy is a must
• Computer literate. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task is an asset

Compensation, Benefits, and Structure of the Accountant

The position is permanent and full-time with a competitive hourly wage based on skills and experience. This position works in the office setting at least three days per week at the Farmington Hills location and is eligible for remote hybrid work.

Our Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer!