AP Specialist – Manufacturing

Advance your career in a dynamic accounting environment that values culture, professional growth, and impactful projects. Contribute to meaningful financial operations while gaining exposure to modern systems and process improvements in a collaborative setting.

Primary Services is excited to announce the role of AP Specialist for a large and well-established client. This role is a key part of daily and monthly accounting operations, with a strong focus on accounts payable and system administration. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional looking to expand expertise while supporting critical financial processes in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain vendor master data within SAP systems.
• Obtain, import, analyze, and index vendor invoices using document management platforms.
• Perform research to ensure accurate general ledger coding for invoices.
• Route invoices for approval and process them through integrated systems.
• Generate vendor payments including ACH, wire transfers, and checks.
• Process employee expense reports through Concur and ensure proper export to accounting systems.
• Monitor accounts payable communications and respond to vendor inquiries.
• Maintain vendor documentation, including compliance forms and onboarding records.
• Administer systems including Content Central, Concur, and Capture Point by managing users, templates, and configurations.
• Provide system training and support to internal users.
• Review Goods Received/Invoice Received accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Analyze vendor master data to identify inactive vendors for deactivation.
• Update foreign exchange rates and support month-end close activities.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and quality standards.
• Support additional accounting and finance functions as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in accounts payable or related accounting functions.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or similar operational environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Strong 10-key and data entry accuracy.
• Experience with expense reporting systems such as Concur preferred.
• Familiarity with document management systems and invoice processing tools preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy in high-volume environments.