Corporate Accounting Accounts Payable Specialist

Saulsbury Industries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Saulsbury Industries in Houston, TX is seeking a Corporate Accounting Accounts Payable Specialist to verify vendor invoices, match them to purchase orders, and reconcile vendor accounts to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The role supports month-end close, collaborates with internal departments and vendors, and requires precise coding, strong communication, and adherence to internal controls.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting or accounts payable.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software; Coupa experience preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review and process vendor invoices, matching to PO and receiving documents.
• Code invoices with appropriate accounting information and reconcile vendor statements monthly.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
• Support month-end close processes and generate AP reports and ad hoc analyses.
• Maintain organized documentation and audit trails for all payments.

Skills

Excel

Accounts Payable

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Coupa

Job description

Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries!Location: Houston, Texas; Abilene, Texas; Dallas / Fort Worth, Texas or Odessa, TexasType: Full TimeJob SummaryThe Corporate Accounting Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for verifying vendor invoices, matching invoices with purchase orders, and reconciling vendor accounts in a timely and accurate manner. This role plays a key part in managing the accounts payable cycle, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, resolving vendor invoice discrepancies, and supporting month-end close processes. The Accounts Payable Specialist works closely with internal departments and external vendors to ensure a high standard of service and financial accuracy.Key Responsibilities/CompetenciesReceive, review and accurately process vendor invoices, matching the invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents to verify the validity and accuracy of informationReview invoice detail to ensure data complies with company policies and internal controls; identify and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal departmentsAccurately code invoices with appropriate accounting informationReconcile vendor statements monthly to identify and resolve any outstanding balancesIdentify and accurately process taxable and non-taxable invoicesMaintain organized, accurate documentation and audit trails for all payment transactionsContribute to process improvements to enhance accounts payable accuracy and efficiencyGenerate accounts payable reports, ad hoc financial analyses and perform other tasks as neededQualificationsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred2+ years of experience in accounting or accounts payable, preferably in a corporate or professional services environmentSkills & CompetenciesStrong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable proceduresPrecision in processing large volumes of data, detail oriented, excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesProficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting softwarePrior experience utilizing Coupa is preferredAbility to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.High level of professionalism and confidentiality.*The satisfactory completion of a background and credit check is required for this position*Physical RequirementsProlonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.Ability to stand for extended periods of time.Ability to walk job sites and lay down yards.Occasional domestic travel.Ability to carry up to 35 pounds.Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.