Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in Collinsville, Illinois. In this role, you will play a key part in managing financial transactions, ensuring invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. This position requires a proactive individual with strong organizational abilities and excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with vendors and internal teams. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities:

• Process and accurately match invoices to corresponding purchase orders.

• Ensure proper coding of invoices and maintain compliance with organizational standards.

• Enter purchase orders into the accounting system with attention to detail.

• Utilize Microsoft Excel to create, update, and analyze financial data.

• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and payment issues.

• Maintain organized and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.

• Assist with audit preparation by providing necessary documentation and reports.

• Monitor and adhere to payment schedules to ensure timely processing.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the accounts payable department.

• Support other finance-related tasks as needed.

•1 year proven experience in accounts payable or a similar financial role.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data analysis.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial data processing.

• Effective communication skills for interacting with vendors and team members.

• Familiarity with accounting systems and software is highly desirable.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Knowledge of financial compliance and audit requirements is a plus.

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