Accounts Payable Specialist — High-Volume, Detail-Driven

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Nashville is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's accounting team. This role manages the full-cycle AP, ensures timely and accurate vendor payments, and supports month-end close.

The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-driven, and committed to providing exceptional internal and external customer service while maintaining accuracy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in accounting or related field.
• 2+ years in accounts payable.
• Experience in high-volume AP environments.
• Proficiency with accounting software and ERP.
• Strong Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables).
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately.
• Review invoices for proper coding and approvals.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting docs.
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH, and wire transfers.
• Maintain vendor records and ensure policy compliance.
• Communicate payment status and discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve issues.
• Assist month-end close including accruals and reconciliations.
• Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payments.
• Support audits with documentation and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes.
• Collaborate with accounting and operations on financial matters.

Skills

Accounts payable

High-volume processing

Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree (Accounting/Finance/Business)

Tools

Accounting software

ERP software

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Nashville is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's accounting team. This role manages the full-cycle AP, ensures timely and accurate vendor payments, and supports month-end close.

The ideal candidate is organized, deadline-driven, and committed to providing exceptional internal and external customer service while maintaining accuracy.