Accounts Payable Specialist - Fast-Paced, High-Volume

Kforce Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a critical transition period within a fast-paced finance team. This role owns the full AP process and collaborates closely with the broader finance group.

You will handle high volumes of invoices, code and enter data, manage vendor relationships, and assist with month-end close and 1099 reporting. Strong attention to detail and clear communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience processing high volumes of invoices.
• Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics GP) experience.
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs/XLOOKUPs, and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely approvals and payments.
• Perform invoice coding, matching, and entry while maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Manage vendor relationships, respond to inquiries, and research and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Prepare and process check runs, ACH, wire payments, and other payment transactions.
• Support month-end close activities related to accounts payable, including reconciliations and accruals.
• Assist with vendor maintenance and ensure accurate vendor records are maintained within the system.
• Prepare and process annual 1099 reporting and related documentation.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance team members to support evolving business needs and priorities.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and provide support during system enhancements or implementations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Learn new processes and systems quickly while working with a high degree of independence.

Skills

Accounts Payable

High-volume processing

Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP)

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Great Plains (Microsoft Dynamics GP)

Job description

Kforce Inc. in Boston, MA is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a critical transition period within a fast-paced finance team. This role owns the full AP process and collaborates closely with the broader finance group.

You will handle high volumes of invoices, code and enter data, manage vendor relationships, and assist with month-end close and 1099 reporting. Strong attention to detail and clear communication are essential.