Accounts Payable Specialist

Kocher + Beck; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick time

Additional supplemental plans

Job summary

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its finance team. You will process vendor invoices, maintain vendor records, support payments, and assist with month-end close to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of AP experience, proficiency with ERP software and Excel, and a strong eye for detail. This full-time, on-site role offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a collaborative

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience preferred.
• Proficiency with accounting/ERP software and Microsoft Excel; Ramp or similar platform is a plus.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable practices and basic accounting principles.
• Experience supporting month-end close, including accruals and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Match invoices to POs, receiving docs, and approvals.
• Verify GL coding, terms, and supporting docs.
• Prepare and support scheduled payment runs per procedures.
• Process freight and carrier invoices and resolve billing errors.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor, carrier, and internal payment inquiries.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and protect against fraud.
• Process employee expense reports and corporate card activity.
• Assist with month-end close including accruals and reconciliations.
• Help with 1099 reporting and year-end vendor requirements.
• Maintain organized records for audits.

Skills

Accounts Payable

ERP Software

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Discretion

Ramp

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Accounting or Business

Tools

Ramp

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Kocher and Beck Lenexa, Kansas, United States

About this position

Description:

Kocher + Beck USA, L.P. in Lenexa, KS is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its team. This role is responsible for accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor account maintenance, payment support, freight invoice review, and month-end close support. The employee will regularly collaborate with vendors, carriers, and internal departments to ensure complete documentation and accurate financial records.

Position Type + Hours

This is a permanent full-time position. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday during day-shift hours. Occasional overtime may be required based on workload and business needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately and on time
• Match invoices to purchase orders, receiving documents, and required approvals
• Verify general ledger coding, payment terms, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and support scheduled payment runs in accordance with company procedures
• Review and process freight and carrier invoices, verifying charges against rate agreements and shipment records and resolving billing errors with carriers
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice, payment, and credit discrepancies
• Respond promptly and professionally to vendor, carrier, and internal payment inquiries
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax forms and payment information, and verify changes to protect against payment fraud
• Process employee expense reports and corporate card activity, following up on missing receipts and out-of-policy spend
• Support month-end close, including accounts payable and freight accruals, subledger-to-general-ledger reconciliation, and account reconciliations
• Assist with 1099 reporting and year-end vendor requirements
• Maintain organized records and provide documentation for audits as requested

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree in Accounting or Business preferred
• Two or more years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred
• Proficiency with accounting or ERP software and Microsoft Excel; experience with Ramp or a similar accounts payable and spend management platform is a plus
• Working knowledge of accounts payable practices and basic accounting principles
• Experience supporting month-end close, including accruals and account reconciliations, preferred
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data-entry skills
• Ability to organize priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team

Benefits

• 100% Paid Health, Dental + Accident Insurance
• 100% covered for Employee-only and 75% for Dependent-plus coverage
• Health Savings Accounts, with employer contribution
• 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% (100% on first 3%, 50% on next 3%)
• Life Insurance, Short + Long Term Disability
• Vacation, Sick Time + Paid Holidays
• Additional supplemental insurance plans are offered