Accounts Payable Specialist: Accurate Payments

Socket.dev; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) in Chantilly, VA seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage end-to-end AP, ensure timely vendor payments, and maintain accurate financial records to support month-end close. The role emphasizes resolving discrepancies, supporting audits, GAAP compliance, and collaborating with other departments to drive process improvements.

Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in accounts payable.
• Valid driver's license if driving for ECS subsidiaries.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas).
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update accounts payable records to ensure timely payments.
• Maintain detailed financial records and generate AP aging reports as needed.
• Prepare and post payment journals for the weekly check run.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between subledger and the general ledger to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Address and resolve payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Respond to internal/external customers in timely manner.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Assist with monthly credit card reconciliation process.
• Monitor and analyze accounting data to produce accurate financial reports.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
• Assist with annual 1099 process.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and support the implementation of enhanced accounting procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support ad-hoc financial projects and contribute to process improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Advanced Excel

VLOOKUP

Pivot tables

Formulas

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Deadlines

Professionalism

Reliability

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance (or related field)

Job description

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) in Chantilly, VA seeks an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage end-to-end AP, ensure timely vendor payments, and maintain accurate financial records to support month-end close. The role emphasizes resolving discrepancies, supporting audits, GAAP compliance, and collaborating with other departments to drive process improvements.

Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and reliability are essential.