Accounts Payable Specialist

Cleanslate; Linden (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Linden, NJ. The role involves processing invoices and vendor payments while ensuring compliance with company policies. Ideal candidates will have experience in a fast-paced environment and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers competitive benefits including weekly pay and insurance.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401k Matching

Paid Holidays

Paid Time off

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, ideally within manufacturing or chemical industry.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices and credit memos, ensuring accuracy.
• Reconcile daily bank transactions and support month-end close processes.
• Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

JD Edwards

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Cleanslate is actively recruiting an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Linden, NJ! Cleanslate is a leading provider of cleaning and hygiene solutions to the institutional, commercial, and retail markets since 2004. Our focuses include manufacturing and distribution of products as well as service and training for our customers. We strive to exceed our objectives of helping to drive greater customer satisfaction.

What We Offer

• Weekly pay
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
  
  

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing and service environment. This role is responsible for processing invoices, expense reports, and vendor payments accurately and efficiently, while maintaining compliance with company policies and fostering strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with accounts payable software and thrive in a collaborative, solutions-focused setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process high-volume vendor invoices and credit memos, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and approval compliance
• Reconcile daily bank transactions and support month-end close processes
• Perform vendor account reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices for materials and services tied to manufacturing and service projects
• Enter and maintain invoice data within ERP and accounts payable systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards)
• Prepare and process payments via check runs, ACH, and wire transfers in alignment with vendor payment terms
• Reconcile vendor statements and proactively resolve discrepancies to maintain up-to-date accounts
• Monitor aging reports and follow up on outstanding balances to prevent overdue payments
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries professionally and promptly, fostering positive working relationships
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and plant teams to resolve invoice or purchase order issues
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and reporting of accounts payable data
• Provide necessary documentation and support for internal and external audits
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance within accounts payable operations
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience, ideally within manufacturing or chemical industry
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to research and resolve discrepancies independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for interaction with vendors and internal teams
  
  

Schedule

• M-F 9AM-5PM In office

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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