Accounts Payable Specialist

Compal USA Technology Inc; Hutto (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Compal USA Technology Inc in Hutto, TX is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage high‑volume vendor invoices, ensure accurate coding, and maintain vendor accounts. The role emphasizes SOX compliance, US GAAP, and timely payments to support daily finance operations.

You will process payments (ACH, wire, checks), perform 2‑ and 3‑way matching, reconcile aging, and assist with month‑end close. SAP experience and advanced Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Min 4 years of Accounts Payable or general accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment terms, and AP workflows.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in a mid-size or large corporate environment.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Familiarity with tax engines (Avalara, Vertex, ONESOURCE) is a plus.
• Experience with AP automation tools (Coupa, Ariba, Tipalti, Stampli).

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process high‑volume vendor invoices (PO and non‑PO).
• Perform 2‑way and 3‑way match against purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Validate pricing, quantities, tax, payment terms, and GL coding.
• Resolve discrepancies by coordinating with Procurement, Receiving, and business stakeholders.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, statements, and invoice status.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and research aged items or disputes.
• Prepare weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, check, virtual card).
• Ensure payments comply with company policies, DOA, and cash‑flow schedules.
• Capture early‑payment discounts when applicable.
• Follow SOX controls, segregation of duties, and approval workflows.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements (W‑9, 1099 reporting).
• Prevent duplicate payments and identify potential fraud risks.
• Support month‑end close by preparing AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Maintain AP aging reports and assist with cash‑flow forecasting.
• Provide documentation for internal and external audits.
• Work within ERP systems (SAP) to process AP transactions.
• Support AP automation tools (OCR, workflow systems, vendor portals).
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Invoice processing

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot)

GAAP & SOX

AP automation tools

Corporate experience

Detail-oriented

Tax engines familiarity

Tools

SAP

OCR

Coupa

Ariba

Tipalti

Stampli

Vendor portals

Job description

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Accounts Payable Specialist

Finance Div Full Time Hutto, TX, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1018

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $82,000.00 Annually

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payment execution, and maintenance of vendor accounts. This role ensures compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards while supporting daily operations within the Finance organization.

Job Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and process high‑volume vendor invoices (PO and non‑PO).
• Perform 2‑way and 3‑way match against purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Validate pricing, quantities, tax, payment terms, and GL coding.
• Resolve discrepancies by coordinating with Procurement, Receiving, and business stakeholders.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, statements, and invoice status.
• Reconcile vendor accounts and research aged items or disputes.

Payment Execution

• Prepare weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, check, virtual card).
• Ensure payments comply with company policies, DOA, and cash‑flow schedules.
• Capture early‑payment discounts when applicable.

Compliance & Controls

• Follow SOX controls, segregation of duties, and approval workflows.
• Ensure compliance with tax requirements (W‑9, 1099 reporting).
• Prevent duplicate payments and identify potential fraud risks.

Month‑End & Reporting

• Support month‑end close by preparing AP accruals and reconciliations.
• Maintain AP aging reports and assist with cash‑flow forecasting.
• Provide documentation for internal and external audits.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Work within ERP systems (SAP) to process AP transactions.
• Support AP automation tools (OCR, workflow systems, vendor portals).
• Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Required Qualifications

• Min 4 years of Accounts Payable or general accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment terms, and AP workflows.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred).
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables).
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in a mid‑size or large corporate environment.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SOX compliance.
• Familiarity with tax engines (Avalara, Vertex, ONESOURCE) is a plus.
• Experience with AP automation tools (Coupa, Ariba, Tipalti, Stampli).