Accounts Payable Specialist

The Michael Fuller Group; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michael Fuller Group is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional to join our finance team in Mentor, Ohio. You will manage invoice workflows, resolve payment exceptions, maintain supplier records, and process weekly cash disbursements.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in AP, experience with ERP and automated processing, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work across departments and with suppliers in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience supporting AP activities for multi-site manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems and automated invoice processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across departments and with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely.
• Monitor and manage electronic invoice processing workflows.
• Review invoice data for accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions from three-way matching processes.
• Maintain integrity of invoice workflows within ERP systems.
• Manage AP email inboxes and respond to inquiries.
• Verify GL coding and approvals for non-PO invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and aging across entities.
• Process weekly cash disbursements (ACH and checks).
• Review use tax liability on supplier invoices.
• Assist with 1099 reporting and supplier tax compliance.
• Reconcile AP aging to GL monthly.
• Perform other finance duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft 365

ERP software

Job description

A leading manufacturer is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable memberto join our team. This position supports Accounts Payable operations and is responsible for managing invoice workflows, resolving payment exceptions, maintaining supplier records, processing disbursements, and performing account reconciliations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a high volume environment and possess strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately and timely in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage electronic invoice processing workflows.
• Review invoice data for accuracy and completeness.
• Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions generated through automated three-way match processes, including discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, receipts, coding, and payment terms.
• Maintain the integrity of invoice processing workflows within automation applications and ERP systems to ensure accurate and timely payment processing.
• Monitor and manage accounts payable email inboxes and voicemails, responding promptly to supplier and internal inquiries.
• Verify general ledger coding and ensure appropriate approvals for non-purchase order invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding items across multiple company entities.
• Reconcile Good Received, Not invoice reports.
• Maintain supplier master records, including address changes, tax classifications, and banking information.
• Process weekly cash disbursements, including ACH transactions and checks.
• Review supplier invoices for applicable use tax liability requirements.
• Assist with annual 1099 reporting and supplier tax compliance.
• Reconcile Accounts Payable Aging to the general ledger monthly.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned to support the Finance Department.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting Accounts Payable activities for multi-site manufacturer preferred.
• Experience working with ERP systems and automated invoice processing applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across departments and with suppliers.

Education

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered.