Accounts Payable Specialist

ebs Recruiters; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ebs Recruiters LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist local to the Greater St. Louis area.

The role handles high-volume accounts payable, processes invoices and payments, and maintains vendor records with a focus on accuracy and timely deadlines. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of AP experience, an associate degree or equivalent, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• High-volume accounts payable processing experience highly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Reliable, organized, and process-improvement minded.

Responsibilities

• Verify invoices and credits are accurately entered and imported into the accounting system.
• Sort, prioritize, and process invoices received through the accounts payable inbox.
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and confirm required approvals.
• Enter invoices and credits and process payments accurately and on time.
• Manage payment methods, including ACH, checks, and credit card payments.
• Research and resolve vendor and internal inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account discrepancies.
• Collect and maintain new vendor documentation, including W-9 forms.
• Review vendor statements to identify outstanding or missing invoices and follow up on payment status.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, documentation, and reports.
• Provide responsive customer service to vendors and internal departments.
• Support additional accounting projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Prioritization

Reliability and organization

Adaptability

Education

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

NetSuite or similar ERP

Job description

Founded in 2003, ebs Recruiters is built on a foundation of family values and a passion for finding great opportunities for amazing individuals. With over 3,000 talented professionals successfully placed, we are dedicated to making dreams a reality. Networking is at the core of what we do, connecting candidates with their ideal roles and providing top-notch services to our clients.

Today, our leadership team boasts over 100 years of collective experience in technical recruitment. Their extensive expertise brings a unique blend of business acumen and interpersonal skills to every interaction. When you partner with ebs Recruiters, you can rely on us to offer continuity, expertise, and a dedicated contact for all your recruitment needs. We recruit a perfect fit, every time.

Accounts Payable Specialist

*Candidates must be local to the Greater St. Louis area*

Position Overview: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing high-volume accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently. This role manages invoices, payments, vendor records, and account inquiries while ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced, growing environment. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working with large volumes of data.

Key Responsibilities

• Verify invoices and credits are accurately entered and imported into the accounting system.
• Sort, prioritize, and process invoices received through the accounts payable inbox.
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and confirm required approvals.
• Enter invoices and credits and process payments accurately and on time.
• Manage payment methods, including ACH, checks, and credit card payments.
• Research and resolve vendor and internal inquiries related to invoices, payments, and account discrepancies.
• Collect and maintain new vendor documentation, including W-9 forms.
• Review vendor statements to identify outstanding or missing invoices and follow up on payment status.
• Maintain accurate accounting records, documentation, and reports.
• Provide responsive customer service to vendors and internal departments.
• Support additional accounting projects and process improvement initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• High-volume accounts payable processing experience highly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP/accounting systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Reliable, organized, and process-improvement minded.