Accounts Payable Specialist — Precision & Timely Payments

METRO; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

METRO in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the Finance Department with day-to-day AP processing, invoice payments, and vendor communications. You will help compile AP records and provide clerical support to ensure timely and accurate payments.

Responsibilities include issuing weekly check runs, reconciling vendor statements, processing 1099 forms, and assisting in annual audits, while maintaining confidentiality and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years related accounts payable experience preferred.
• Strong numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices for payment and maintain AP records.
• Respond to vendors and internal managers regarding AP.
• Prepare weekly check runs and monitor supplier statements.
• Reconcile vendor statements and monitor AP email.
• Process 1099 forms annually.
• Support annual audits and maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure accurate filing and documentation.
• Assist in resolving PO/invoice discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts payable

Vendor relations

Attention to detail

Data entry

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

METRO in Cincinnati, OH is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the Finance Department with day-to-day AP processing, invoice payments, and vendor communications. You will help compile AP records and provide clerical support to ensure timely and accurate payments.

Responsibilities include issuing weekly check runs, reconciling vendor statements, processing 1099 forms, and assisting in annual audits, while maintaining confidentiality and strong attention to detail.