Accounts Payable Specialist

Quantum Search Partners; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Search Partners is partnering with a global leader in digital media to recruit an Accounts Payable Specialist for a high-volume, multi-entity environment. You will own day-to-day invoice processing, vendor setup, and payment runs within a growing finance team.

The role suits someone early in their accounting career seeking real ownership as the AP function modernizes its systems. Strong Excel usage and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field; 7+ years of experience accepted in lieu of the degree.
• Clear verbal and written communication with strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor accounts, including new vendor setup, tax documentation, and payment and contact updates
• Verify invoice accuracy, secure approvals, and apply the right general ledger coding
• Process a high volume of invoices across multiple subsidiaries
• Assist with weekly payment runs
• Prepare Excel spreadsheets used by accounting and finance for month-end reporting
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendor inquiries by email and phone

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Quantum Search Partners is partnering with our client, a global leader in digital media and entertainment, on a search for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their accounting team. This is the right role for someone early in their accounting career who wants real volume, real ownership, and a front-row seat as a growing finance team modernizes its AP systems.

Our client produces content that tops bestseller lists and has won major awards, reaching millions of people around the world. They are backed by top-tier private equity and continue to grow both organically and through acquisition.

About the Role

Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, this person will own day-to-day invoice processing and vendor management inside a large, multi-entity organization. The AP function is actively implementing new systems, so this is a strong fit for someone who can adapt as processes and tools evolve, and who is comfortable in a high-volume environment.

What You\'ll Do

• Manage vendor accounts, including new vendor setup, tax documentation, and payment and contact updates
• Verify invoice accuracy, secure approvals, and apply the right general ledger coding
• Process a high volume of invoices across multiple subsidiaries
• Assist with weekly payment runs
• Prepare Excel spreadsheets used by accounting and finance for month-end reporting
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendor inquiries by email and phone

What We\'re Looking For

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a similar field (7+ years of experience in lieu of the degree)
• Clear verbal and written communication, with strong interpersonal and customer service skills