AP Specialist

Cherry Bekaert LLP; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive compensation

Long-term growth

Collaborative finance team

Process improvements

Job summary

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a growing Richmond-based organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a fast-paced corporate accounting department. This hybrid opportunity is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing high-volume AP processes while contributing to overall accounting operations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and experience working within a

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment preferred.
• ERP system experience such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or similar.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Review invoice coding and approval workflows.
• Manage weekly payment runs, ACH transactions, and check processing.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records and documentation.
• Support expense report processing and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end close activities related to AP.
• Partner with internal departments and external vendors to resolve payment issues.
• Help improve processes and strengthen internal controls.

Skills

AP experience

Corporate environment

ERP systems

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Accounting degree

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Strong Corporate AP Specialist | Hybrid | Richmond, VA

Join a High-Performing Corporate Finance Team

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a growing Richmond-based organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a fast-paced corporate accounting department. This hybrid opportunity is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing high-volume AP processes while contributing to overall accounting operations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and experience working within a structured corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Review invoice coding and approval workflows
• Manage weekly payment runs, ACH transactions, and check processing
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor records and documentation
• Support expense report processing and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close activities related to AP
• Partner with internal departments and external vendors to resolve payment issues
• Help improve processes and strengthen internal controls

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment preferred
• ERP system experience such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or similar
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

What’s Offered

• Hybrid work schedule
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Stable organization with long-term growth potential
• Exposure to a collaborative finance and accounting team
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational excellence

Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Corporate Accounting & Finance

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