Senior AP Specialist: Compliance & Process Optimization

Genuine Parts Company; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Genuine Parts Company in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist III to mentor non-supervisory AP staff, support AP Supervisors, and own departmental duties to improve workflow and reporting. You will oversee payables, payments, and vendor setup across ERP systems while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

A focus on mentoring and process optimization is essential. The role emphasizes leadership, organization, and communication, with responsibilities spanning daily AP tasks to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years related experience.
• Associates degree in Accounting/Business Administration preferred.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Mentor non-supervisory AP staff and assign duties.
• Assist AP Supervisors and cover supervisory duties in their absence.
• Monitor productivity metrics and implement process improvements.
• Create and distribute department-level reporting for management.
• Handle AP tasks including payables, multiple payment types, and vendor setup.
• Support year-end tax reporting and resolve vendor discrepancies.
• Lead ongoing and ad hoc projects and drive efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Self-motivation

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree in Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Genuine Parts Company in Birmingham, AL is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist III to mentor non-supervisory AP staff, support AP Supervisors, and own departmental duties to improve workflow and reporting. You will oversee payables, payments, and vendor setup across ERP systems while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

A focus on mentoring and process optimization is essential. The role emphasizes leadership, organization, and communication, with responsibilities spanning daily AP tasks to