Accounts Payable Specialist I: Precise Payments & Reporting

Default (MSD); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision coverage

prescription benefits

401(k) plan with company matching

flexible spending accounts

company-paid short- and long-term_disb

group life

accidental death and dismemberment

paid vacation

paid sick leave

paid holidays

paid parental leave

employee assistance program

fitness club membership contribution

pet insurance

identity theft protection

home and auto insurance discounts

optional supplemental life insurance

Job summary

MSD (Default) is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to maintain accurate and timely records of expenditures and ensure prompt payment processing for internal and external customers. You will manage AP tasks, verify vendor invoices, process payments, and support month-end close.

The role requires 2+ years of AP experience, familiarity with ERP/financial systems, and strong Excel skills. A related associate's degree is preferred, with potential experience in lieu of the degree.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of related Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience with ERP/Financial systems required.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices by verifying POs in APuRS to ensure accurate coding and approvals.
• Assist in preparing check-runs and checks for signature.
• Audit employee expense reports by verifying receipts, exchange rates, coding, accuracy, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and monitor list of active utilities to ensure all accounts are current.
• Verify vendor statements and handle correspondence between vendors, internal customers, and the Finance team.
• Act as the liaison in the resolution of complaints, issues, or reconciliations between the vendor, internal customers, and the Finance team.
• Prepare credit card payments by verifying charges, accurate coding, and payments made.
• Maintain historical records for all accounts payable transactions.
• Verify and audit work for completeness and accuracy according to established controls.
• Perform tasks associated with month-end and annual close processes as assigned by Manager.
• Prepare analysis and reconciliations as required by Manager.

Skills

Problem solving

Spreadsheets & databases

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Communication

MS Office / Excel

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field

Additional experience substituted for Associate’s degree

Tools

ERP/Financial systems

Job description

MSD (Default) is seeking an Accounts Payable professional to maintain accurate and timely records of expenditures and ensure prompt payment processing for internal and external customers. You will manage AP tasks, verify vendor invoices, process payments, and support month-end close.

The role requires 2+ years of AP experience, familiarity with ERP/financial systems, and strong Excel skills. A related associate's degree is preferred, with potential experience in lieu of the degree.