Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary to Permanent)

Lakeside-Educational-Network; North Wales (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Lakeside-Educational-Network is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This part-time role (up to 29 hours per week) offers the opportunity to contribute to our financial operations with potential to become full-time based on business needs and performance.

The successful candidate will process invoices, maintain vendor records, reconcile statements, and support month-end close with confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting and payroll software.
• Must be reliable and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify invoices, ensuring proper coding and approval before payment.
• Maintain and update vendor records accurately and securely.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of company obligations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Support internal audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Payroll software

Job description

Description

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. This part-time position (up to 29 hours per week) offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to our company's financial operations with the potential to transition to full-time based on business needs and individual performance. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of our company’s invoices and payments, supporting smooth financial workflows.

Key Responsibilities

- Process and verify invoices, ensuring proper coding and approval before payment

- Maintain and update vendor records accurately and securely

- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly

- Ensure timely and accurate payment of company obligations

- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable

- Support internal audits and provide documentation as needed

- Collaborate with other departments to resolve invoice and payment issues

- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information

Join our team and become part of a dynamic organization that values growth, collaboration, and professional development. We offer a supportive work environment with opportunities for advancement as we continue to expand our operations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.


• Basic understanding of accounting principles and procedures


• 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred.


• Must be reliable and trustworthy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting and payroll software.


• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.


• Excellent attention to detail, organization, communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to meet deadlines and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.