Accounts Payable Specialist

Accelera; East Canton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to strengthen our financial operations in Ohio. You will manage full-cycle invoice processing, maintain vendor relationships, and ensure adherence to GAAP while driving accurate reporting and cash flow.

The role requires high-volume bookkeeping experience, advanced Excel skills, and proficiency with accounting software. You will support month-end closes and audit readiness, identifying workflow improvements for faster, reliable operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; accounting coursework valued.
• Experience in accounts payable or high-volume bookkeeping.
• Solid GAAP knowledge and cost accounting basics.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle invoice processing with controls and compliance.
• Cultivate vendor partnerships; handle inquiries and payment issues.
• Execute disbursement schedules via electronic transfers and checks.
• Perform account reconciliations to ensure ledger integrity.
• Support month-end closes with accurate documentation.
• Maintain audit-ready records of financial activities.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows for faster operations.

Skills

High-volume bookkeeping

GAAP knowledge

Excel proficiency

Accounting software

Analytical mindset

Vendor management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will serve as a vital link in our financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity and seamless vendor relations. You will leverage your expertise in bookkeeping and financial software to streamline payment cycles and drive accuracy across all transactional reporting.

About the Role

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will serve as a vital link in our financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity and seamless vendor relations. You will leverage your expertise in bookkeeping and financial software to streamline payment cycles and drive accuracy across all transactional reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full-cycle invoice processing workflow, ensuring strict adherence to internal financial controls and compliance standards.
• Cultivate professional vendor partnerships by proactively managing inquiries and resolving payment-related concerns.
• Execute precise disbursement schedules, utilizing electronic transfers and check processing to maintain optimal cash flow.
• Perform comprehensive account reconciliations to identify and rectify discrepancies, ensuring ledger integrity.
• Contribute to the efficiency of month-end financial closes by preparing accurate documentation and supporting data.
• Facilitate audit readiness by maintaining organized, transparent records of all financial activities.
• Identify opportunities to refine departmental workflows, directly impacting the speed and reliability of our financial operations.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent; relevant coursework in accounting or finance is highly valued.
• Demonstrated success in an accounts payable or high-volume bookkeeping environment.
• Solid grasp of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and fundamental cost accounting concepts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and modern accounting software platforms.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting Accounts Receivable (AR) functions.
• Professional certification such as a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or similar credential.
• Proven track record of improving manual financial processes through technology adoption.