Accounts Payable Specialist

$52,000 - $62,400/Yr

Creation Technologies - Boise, ID

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Boise, ID

1,001-5,000 employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Accounts Payable Specialist will play a crucial role in the finance team, overseeing the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring accuracy in financial transactions, and providing exceptional customer service to both vendors and internal stakeholders. This hybrid position requires flexibility to work on-site as needed and involves month-end close activities, reconciliations, and collaboration with various internal teams to resolve AP-related challenges.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle, including processing, reconciling, and resolving vendor invoices and employee reimbursements.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries for accruals (e.g., freight, utilities) and prepayment adjustments.
• Reconcile the AP subledger to the general ledger and ensure the accuracy of accounts payable transactions.
• Conduct vendor statement reconciliations, address discrepancies, and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Provide exceptional customer service, responding promptly to inquiries from vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues effectively.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Supply Chain and Shared Services, to address and resolve AP-related challenges.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and accounting standards.
• Assist with year-end audits, preparing schedules and documentation for AP-related items.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and streamline workflows.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in accounts payable, preferably in a manufacturing or distribution environment.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable, including subledger reconciliation, accruals, and month-end processes.
• Solid knowledge of basic accounting principles, including prepayments and intercompany transactions.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.).
• Excellent customer service and communication skills (written and verbal) to interact with internal and external stakeholders professionally and effectively.
• Proven ability to problem solve and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly detail-oriented and organized, with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Flexibility to work on-site as required with short notice.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in handling freight and utility accruals and other AP-related journal entries.
• Knowledge of AP process improvements and an aptitude for optimizing workflows.
• Familiarity with year-end audit processes and preparing supporting documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $25-$30/hour based on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for a range of benefits for full-time employees.