AP Associate ($52K-$56K, 2+ Years Accounts Payable Exp. Req.)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

twiceasnice Recruiting is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate for a full-time, on-site position in Milwaukee, WI. The role handles full-cycle AP duties, cross-functional collaboration, and high-volume processing in a fast-paced retail environment.

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of AP experience, 3-way matching, and strong Excel skills. This on-site role requires attention to detail, proactive issue resolution, and reliable collaboration with vendors and store teams.

Qualifications

• 2+ years accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• 3-way matching experience is required.
• Strong attention to detail with a self-audit mindset.
• Strong math and critical thinking to research variances.
• Solid Microsoft Excel foundation.
• Ability to work 100% on-site.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices in accordance with policies and deadlines.
• Perform 3-way match of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving data.
• Verify product receipt and reconcile against invoices and records.
• Ensure discounts and payment terms are applied correctly.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and variances.
• Conduct self-audits to ensure accuracy prior to final processing.
• Communicate with vendors and store teams to obtain missing information.
• Maintain organized records of invoices and transactions.
• Utilize Excel to organize and reconcile data sets.
• Retain invoicing support and historical records in filing system.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and leadership.
• Support business operations with administrative duties.
• Prioritize workload to meet deadlines with accuracy.

Skills

Accounts payable

3-way matching

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

On-site work

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Southern Milwaukee, WI (100% on-site)

Salary: $25-$27/per hour ($52K-$56K annually) + Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, 40-hours per week

Typical Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (Flexible)

Start Date: ASAP

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Accounts Payable Specialist Description

Our client in the retail industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate to join their corporate office in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In this role, you will perform full-cycle accounts payable duties and work cross-functionally with Buyers, retail/warehouse locations, and vendors. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on experience with 3-way match in a high-volume accounts payable environment. To be successful, you must be detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in researching discrepancies while maintaining strong communication with internal and external partners. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established company that values training and culture.

Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices in accordance with company policies and deadlines
• Perform 3-way match of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving data for accuracy
• Verify product receipt and reconcile against invoices and system records
• Ensure discounts and proper payment terms are applied correctly
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing issues, and variances
• Perform self-audits to ensure accuracy prior to final processing
• Communicate with vendors and store teams to obtain missing information and resolve issues
• Maintain accurate and organized records of invoices, documentation, and transactions
• Utilize Excel to organize, analyze, and reconcile data sets
• Ensure accuracy of the receipt system and supporting data
• Retain invoicing support and historical records in an organized filing system
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and store leadership
• Perform general administrative duties to support business operations
• Prioritize workload to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Accounts Payable Specialist Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment is required
• 3-way matching experience is required
• Strong attention to detail with a self-audit mindset is required
• Strong math and critical thinking skills to research invoice variances is required
• Solid Microsoft Excel foundation with eagerness to build on skillset is required
• Ability to work 100% on-site is required