AP Specialist

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in South Bend, Indiana to join a 100% onsite role. You will review invoices, process payments, maintain records, and support month-end activities.

The ideal candidate has an associate or bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, strong Excel basics, and the ability to work with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. This entry-level friendly position offers training, a collaborative team, and opportunities to grow in

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Basic Excel skills and comfort learning new software systems.

Responsibilities

• Review invoices and match them to purchase orders to ensure accurate processing and timely payment.
• Process invoices using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and enter data.
• Maintain electronic records and supporting documentation; assist with month-end activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: South Bend, Indiana (100% Onsite)
Days/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Salary: $42,000 – $45,760 annually

About the Opportunity for an Accounts Payable Specialist

• Great opportunity for an entry-level accounting professional or recent graduate to build hands-on experience in Accounts Payable.
• Join a supportive team that will provide training and guidance to help you succeed.
• Work with modern accounting systems and gain exposure to invoice processing, vendor payments, and accounting operations.

Overview of the Accounts Payable Specialist Role

• Review invoices and match them to purchase orders to ensure accurate processing and timely payment.
• Work within the company’s purchase request system and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to enter and process invoices.
• Process recurring invoices, including utilities and other monthly expenses.
• Monitor the Accounts Payable email inbox and assist with preparing electronic vendor payments (ACH).
• Maintain electronic records and supporting documentation.
• Help track upcoming payments and update payment schedules.
• Use Excel to maintain reports and provide payment information to the accounting team.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice and payment inquiries.
• Assist with month-end Accounts Payable activities and reconciliations as needed.

Preferred Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Specialist Role

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• Previous Accounts Payable, bookkeeping, internship, or office experience is a plus, but not required.
• Basic Excel skills and comfort learning new software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.