Accounts Payable Specialist

ECKART; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

ECKART in the United States (Ohio, Painesville) seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage invoices, vendor records, and payments with precision and efficiency.

You will verify invoices, match POs, maintain vendor data, respond to inquiries, support audits, and collaborate with purchasing and receiving to resolve issues.

The role requires 1–3 years of AP experience, proficiency in SAP or an ERP system, strong Excel skills, and meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience with automated workflow and document management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and coding.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice-related issues.
• Act as backup to the Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for processing payment runs.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports as requested.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Job description

Your responsibilities

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the organization's accounts payable function by accurately processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payments. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company policies and internal controls.

Essential Functions

• Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and coding.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
• Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
• Support annual audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice-related issues.
• Act as backup to the Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for processing payment runs.
• Generate and analyze accounts payable reports as requested.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.

Your profile

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with automated workflow and document management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of files or office materials up to 20 pounds.

Contact Person

Cesarina Del Rosario

HR Team

Phone: [phone]