Accounts Payable Specialist - Detail-Oriented & Reliable

Ajax Distributing Company; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Ajax Distributing Company in Clarksville, TN, is seeking an Accounts Payable / Reconciliation specialist. You will handle invoice entry, reconcile to purchase orders, and ensure timely payments with discount capture. This role requires strong math, detail orientation, and solid communication skills.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting experience and an associates degree (preferred). Join a detail-driven team supporting a busy distribution operation.

Qualifications

• Must have strong math skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Associates degree preferred; 3–5 years experience in accounting.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and enter them daily.
• Reconcile invoices to purchase orders and resolve variances with sales/inventory.
• Track due dates to ensure timely payments and capturing discounts.
• Run AP checks/ACH deposits weekly.
• File accounts payable invoices regularly.
• Handle vendor inquiries regarding statements and invoices.
• Verify loads and reconcile returns with unloading reports.
• Process billing adjustments and respond to customer questions on billed invoices.

Skills

Strong math

Excellent communication

Computer systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Accounting background helpful

Education

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Ajax Distributing Company in Clarksville, TN, is seeking an Accounts Payable / Reconciliation specialist. You will handle invoice entry, reconcile to purchase orders, and ensure timely payments with discount capture. This role requires strong math, detail orientation, and solid communication skills.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of accounting experience and an associates degree (preferred). Join a detail-driven team supporting a busy distribution operation.