Accounts Payable Specialist

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid & pension

Professional development

Collaborative team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team in East London on a hybrid basis. The role involves managing the full cycle of accounts payable, ensuring invoices are entered accurately and paid on time, and supporting month-end processes.

This is an entry to mid-level opportunity for detail-oriented individuals eager to develop in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in accounts payable, experience with QuickBooks or Sage, strong

Qualifications

• 2+ years in accounts payable or similar role.
• Experience with QuickBooks or Sage preferred.
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices and match to PO and receipts.
• Verify vendor statements and reconcile discrepancies.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure timely payments.
• Maintain AP ledger and record transactions accurately.
• Respond to vendor inquiries professionally and resolve issues.
• Assist month-end closing with supporting docs.

Skills

Vendor invoices

PO matching

Reconciliation

Excel

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bookkeeping certificate

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an efficient and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance department in East London . This role is crucial for managing the full cycle of accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments. Working within a hybrid mode, you will contribute to the smooth financial operations of the company. This is an excellent entry to mid-level opportunity for someone detail-oriented and looking to build their career in accounts payable within a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process all vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, matching them to purchase orders and receipts.
• Verify and reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and schedule weekly payment runs, ensuring timely disbursement to vendors.
• Maintain the accounts payable ledger and ensure all transactions are recorded properly.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment issues in a professional manner.
• Assist with month-end closing procedures and provide supporting documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate or diploma in bookkeeping or accounting is an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an accounts payable role.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Medical aid and pension fund contributions.
• Opportunities for learning and professional development.
• Collaborative team atmosphere in East London .