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Accounts Payable Specialist

Artemis Professionals, LLC, Hawthorne, CA, United States


Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist with at least 2+ years of full-cycle AP experience. This role will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls. The ideal candidate has strong Excel skills and a foundational understanding of general ledger accounting.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice intake, coding, approval routing, and payment processing
* Perform 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents
* Review and verify invoices for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and proper approvals
* Prepare and process weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, checks)
* Maintain vendor records and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner
* Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
* Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and account reconciliations
* Support light general ledger activities, including journal entries and account analysis
* Utilize Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) for data analysis, reporting, and reconciliations
* Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls

Qualifications

* 2+ years of full-cycle accounts payable experience
* Strong experience with 3-way matching
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP
* Basic understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close
* Experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, or similar) preferred
* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines