Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Edison, NJ (On-Site)

Salary: $50,000–$55,000 (commensurate with experience)

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Job Summary:

My client is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of accounts payable experience and be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment disbursements.

Responsibilities:

Process high-volume vendor invoices and ensure proper coding and approvals

Match purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices to validate accuracy

Prepare and execute weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers

Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice/payment discrepancies promptly

Maintain accounts payable files and documentation in accordance with company policy

Reconcile accounts payable transactions and assist with month-end closing

Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting

Collaborate with internal departments and vendors to resolve issues efficiently

Requirements:

Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred

2–3 years of accounts payable experience in a corporate environment

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP, NetSuite)

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced office environment

Full-time