Senior AP Specialist
Step2 Co., Streetsboro, OH, United States
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Senior AP Specialist Full Time Professional Streetsboro, OH, US
Job Summary:
The
Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist
plays a key role in the finance and accounting function, leading accounts payable operations while supporting broader accounting activities. This position ensures the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role also supports month-end close activities, oversees the organization’s AP automation system, and identifies process improvements to enhance efficiency. The Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist serves as a trusted resource to the finance team, helping maintain strong internal controls, compliance, and effective operational processes.
Job Duties:
Monitor and manage automated invoice intake and approval workflows within the AP automation system, ensuring timely processing and proper approvals.
Prepare and process batch check runs, ACH, wire transfers, and NACHA files.
Respond to vendor inquiries, reconcile statements, and resolve discrepancies related to invoices and purchase orders.
Monitor critical vendors to ensure timely payments and proactively address missing or delayed invoices.
Prepare 1099s and assist with tax return administration, including payment, organization, and document collection.
Oversee processing of employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement.
Collaborate with employees and managers to resolve discrepancies or incomplete submissions.
Track trends and provide reporting on employee expenses to leadership as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve AP system issues, coordinating with IT and external vendors as needed.
Train and support team members on effective use of the AP automation system.
Support month-end close of the AP module and assist with account reconciliations and accruals as needed.
Participate in audits and maintain thorough documentation in accordance with company policy and accounting practices.
Identify opportunities to improve AP, expense processing, and accounting workflows.
Assist with ad-hoc reporting or accounting projects as assigned by leadership.
Provide guidance and support to team members on AP processes, policies, and system workflows.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
5+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience managing or working with AP automation tools or ERP workflows is highly preferred.
Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger functions, and internal controls.
Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting software; Oracle experience a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; detail-oriented and thorough.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines consistently.
Professional and ethical conduct, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
This position will perform most job duties in an office environment where using a computer, software applications, telephone, printer, etc. are essential.
ADAAA:
In developing this job description, care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADAAA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
What are the perks?
401k with Employer Match
Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Medical, Dental and Vision
Employee Discount
10 Paid Holidays
Join our family! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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Senior AP Specialist Full Time Professional Streetsboro, OH, US
Job Summary:
The
Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist
plays a key role in the finance and accounting function, leading accounts payable operations while supporting broader accounting activities. This position ensures the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, employee expense reports, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role also supports month-end close activities, oversees the organization’s AP automation system, and identifies process improvements to enhance efficiency. The Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist serves as a trusted resource to the finance team, helping maintain strong internal controls, compliance, and effective operational processes.
Job Duties:
Monitor and manage automated invoice intake and approval workflows within the AP automation system, ensuring timely processing and proper approvals.
Prepare and process batch check runs, ACH, wire transfers, and NACHA files.
Respond to vendor inquiries, reconcile statements, and resolve discrepancies related to invoices and purchase orders.
Monitor critical vendors to ensure timely payments and proactively address missing or delayed invoices.
Prepare 1099s and assist with tax return administration, including payment, organization, and document collection.
Oversee processing of employee expense reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reimbursement.
Collaborate with employees and managers to resolve discrepancies or incomplete submissions.
Track trends and provide reporting on employee expenses to leadership as needed.
Troubleshoot and resolve AP system issues, coordinating with IT and external vendors as needed.
Train and support team members on effective use of the AP automation system.
Support month-end close of the AP module and assist with account reconciliations and accruals as needed.
Participate in audits and maintain thorough documentation in accordance with company policy and accounting practices.
Identify opportunities to improve AP, expense processing, and accounting workflows.
Assist with ad-hoc reporting or accounting projects as assigned by leadership.
Provide guidance and support to team members on AP processes, policies, and system workflows.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
5+ years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
Experience managing or working with AP automation tools or ERP workflows is highly preferred.
Solid understanding of accounting principles, general ledger functions, and internal controls.
Proficiency in Excel and ERP/accounting software; Oracle experience a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; detail-oriented and thorough.
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines consistently.
Professional and ethical conduct, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred (or equivalent work experience).
This position will perform most job duties in an office environment where using a computer, software applications, telephone, printer, etc. are essential.
ADAAA:
In developing this job description, care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADAAA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
What are the perks?
401k with Employer Match
Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Medical, Dental and Vision
Employee Discount
10 Paid Holidays
Join our family! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
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