Accounts Payable Specialist

Burckhardt Compression AG.; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support our growing operations in Texas. You will manage vendor invoices, perform three-way matching, and coordinate payments via ACH, wire transfers, and checks to ensure timely processing and accurate records.

You will maintain vendor records, assist with month-end close, and collaborate with Treasury, Procurement, Operations, Field Service, and Finance to ensure proper invoice coding, approvals, and compliance with internal

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable or finance support experience.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or SAP.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices related to parts, equipment, field services, freight, and subcontractor work.
• Verify invoice accuracy through three-way matching of purchase orders, service tickets, receiving documents, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with Treasury to process timely payments via ACH, wire transfers, and checks according to established payment terms.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts payable records, vendor statements, and outstanding balances.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Partner with Procurement, Operations, Field Service, and Finance teams to ensure proper invoice coding and approval workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and account analysis.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax documentation and payment information.
• Monitor aging reports and identify opportunities to improve payment processes and vendor relationships.
• Utilize ERP and accounting systems, including Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and SAP, for daily accounts payable activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

Dynamics 365 BC

SAP

Job description

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to support our growing compression services business. In this role, you will be responsible for managing vendor payments, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate accounts payable records that help ensure uninterrupted field operations, parts procurement, and service delivery. This position is ideal for a motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment and enjoys collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices related to parts, equipment, field services, freight, and subcontractor work.
• Verify invoice accuracy through three-way matching of purchase orders, service tickets, receiving documents, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with Treasury to process timely payments via ACH, wire transfers, and checks according to established payment terms.
• Maintain and reconcile accounts payable records, vendor statements, and outstanding balances.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Partner with Procurement, Operations, Field Service, and Finance teams to ensure proper invoice coding and approval workflows.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and account analysis.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including tax documentation and payment information.
• Monitor aging reports and identify opportunities to improve payment processes and vendor relationships.
• Utilize ERP and accounting systems, including Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and SAP, for daily accounts payable activities.
• Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable or finance support experience, preferably within an industrial, manufacturing, energy, or technical environment.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, SAP, or similar platforms.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial services, manufacturing, energy, oil and gas, or equipment service industries.
• Knowledge of three-way matching, purchase order processing, and job-cost accounting principles.
• Experience handling field service invoices, equipment parts procurement, and vendor management processes.
• Understanding of compression equipment operations and service-related billing workflows.

What Makes You Successful

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Analytical problem-solver with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Dependable team player who collaborates effectively across departments.
• Customer service mindset with a focus on building positive vendor relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.