Accounts Payable Specialist: Fast-Paced AP & ACH Payments

HRB; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the full-cycle AP process, including invoice coding, routing and tracking approvals, vendor maintenance, W-9 collection, ACH processing, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP experience and strong organizational skills.

Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus but not required. The role handles approximately 150 invoices per month, processes ACH payments through PNC Bank, and

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of accounts payable experience.
• Understanding of invoice processing, coding, and payment procedures.
• Experience with ACH payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Process approximately 150 invoices per month accurately and timely.
• Review and code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and departments.
• Manage invoice approval workflows and follow up with approvers as needed.
• Maintain vendor records, including collecting and verifying W-9 forms.
• Set up and maintain vendor ACH payment information.
• Prepare and process ACH payments through PNC Bank (no check processing).
• Reconcile AP transactions and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and ensure timely resolution of payment issues.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
• Support audit requests and provide AP-related documentation as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Excel

Communication skills

Tools

Sage Intacct

PNC Bank

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the full-cycle AP process, including invoice coding, routing and tracking approvals, vendor maintenance, W-9 collection, ACH processing, and reconciliations. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of AP experience and strong organizational skills.

Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus but not required. The role handles approximately 150 invoices per month, processes ACH payments through PNC Bank, and