Accounts Payable Specialist (Junior-Level)

Position Summary

The Junior-Level Accounts Payable Specialist supports the day-to-day accounts payable operations for Champagne Metals, an aluminum-focused metal service center. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented individual seeking long-term career growth within accounting and finance. This position focuses on executing core A/P responsibilities while supporting the company's transition to more automated accounts payable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation, where applicable
• Verify pricing, quantities, approvals, and proper coding prior to posting
• Maintain organized digital records and supporting documentation
• Assist with weekly payment runs (ACH, wire transfers, and checks)
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status
• Work with Purchasing, Receiving, and Operations to resolve discrepancies
• Support implementation and testing of A/P automation tools
• Learn and follow updated A/P procedures and internal controls
  
  

Qualifications

• Required:
  
  

3-5 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related administrative experience

Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems

Ability to follow procedures, manage priorities, and meet deadlines

• Preferred:
  
  

Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or service center environments

Exposure to ERP systems or automated invoice processing.

Champagne Metals is a family-owned, quality driven company. We strive to provide the best benefits to our employees that we can, including 15 days PTO, 5% matching 401(K), BCBS health insurance, and other coverages with majority of premiums paid by the company.