AP Specialist

Accentuate Staffing; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Accentuate Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on processing invoices, reconciling items, and ensuring deadlines are met with accuracy in a high-volume AP environment.

The position offers a flexible/hybrid schedule and competitive benefits. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of AP experience, proficiency with data entry, Excel, and ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years AP experience in a high-volume environment.
• Proficient in data entry and Excel.
• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve invoices and process entries using AP automation software or manually with PO verification.
• Reconcile questionable vendor invoice items/pricing and receiving inconsistencies.
• Enter invoices/credit memos into the financial system with correct GL codes and divisions.
• Revise and edit invoices as needed.
• Respond to vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices and check requests promptly.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

AP automation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Accentuate Staffing is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in Raleigh, NC. The Accounts Payable Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting all aspects of Accounts Payable ensuring that all deadlines are met with the highest degree of accuracy. This is an great opportunity offering a flexible/hybrid schedule and excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve invoices from AP email and process for entry using either AP automation software or manually including verification of receipt of items on Purchase Orders or obtaining approval from appropriate staff
• Reconcile questionable vendor invoice items/pricing and receiving inconsistencies.
• Enter all invoices/credit memos into financial system, make deductions as applicable and charge to proper GL code and division
• Revise and edit invoices as needed
• Respond to all vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices and check requests in a timely manner.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
• Analyze and track vendor statements monthly; prepare analysis of accounts as required
• Participate in monthly AP closings ensuring that all invoices are processed/posted into the correct period to meet closing deadlines
• Submit accruals to the Asst. AP Manager monthly by deadline

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years previous AP experience required in a high-volume environment
• High School Diploma required

• Proficient in data entry functions
• Possess at least basic knowledge of Sales/Use Tax and accruals of Use Tax on applicable invoices
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts and percentages
• Organized with keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills; ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel and Word
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 or other ERP system preferred
• Experience with AP automations systems preferred
• Must be a team player and maintain a good attitude