Accounts Payable Specialist

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Lakewood (OH); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Health Benefits

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Lakewood, OH with a hybrid work arrangement. The role involves handling full-cycle AP, preparing wire transfers, and supporting month-end close and reconciliations.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of AP experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and a detail-oriented, fast-paced work style. The position includes benefits and growth opportunities within a manufacturing finance team.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of accounting experience with a strong Accounts Payable background.
• Experience with general ledger reconciliations and month-end close support.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and payments.
• Prepare wire transfers and payment schedules while maintaining vendor data.
• Research and resolve invoice, PO, and vendor discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end close, reconciliations, reporting, and FX calculations.
• Support international vendor activity and partner invoicing.
• Assist with audit requests, 1099 preparation, vendor setup, and AP process improvements.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Month-end close

General ledger reconciliations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Lakewood, Ohio | Hybrid
Salary: $50,000 – $55,000 + Bonus
Benefits: PTO, 401(k) match, Profit sharing, Health Benefits

Why This Opportunity Stands Out (Accounts Payable Specialist): Accounts Payable Specialist

• Hybrid schedule offering a great balance of in-office collaboration and flexibility
• Join an established manufacturing organization with a stable and supportive accounting team
• Gain exposure to both domestic and international AP operations
• Work closely with accounting leadership and have the opportunity to contribute ideas and improve processes
• Broaden your accounting experience through involvement in month-end close, reporting, reconciliations, and foreign exchange activity
• Great opportunity for someone looking to take the next step beyond traditional invoice processing

Key Responsibilities (Accounts Payable Specialist): Accounts Payable Specialist

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, and payments
• Prepare wire transfers and payment schedules while maintaining accurate vendor and banking information
• Research and resolve invoice, PO, and vendor discrepancies
• Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, reporting, freight audits, and foreign exchange calculations
• Support international vendor activity and partner invoicing
• Assist with audit requests, 1099 preparation, vendor setup, and AP process improvements

Qualifications (Accounts Payable Specialist): Accounts Payable Specialist

• 3–7 years of accounting experience with a strong Accounts Payable background
• Experience with general ledger reconciliations and month-end close support
• International or global Accounts Payable experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

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