Senior Account Payable Specialist
About the Role
The Senior Account Payable Specialist plays a critical role in managing and overseeing the accounts payable process to ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices and expenses. This position is responsible for maintaining strong vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. The role requires a detail-oriented professional who can analyze financial data, resolve discrepancies, and support month-end and year-end closing activities. As a senior member of the finance team, this specialist will also contribute to process improvements and support audits by providing necessary documentation and insights. Ultimately, the Senior Account Payable Specialist ensures the integrity and efficiency of the accounts payable function, supporting the organization's financial health and operational success.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
- Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
- Professional certification such as Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
- Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Responsibilities
- Process and verify invoices, expense reports, and payment requests in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve discrepancies or issues with vendors and internal departments.
- Prepare and process electronic payments, checks, and wire transfers to vendors in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of all accounts payable transactions and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve accounts payable processes and ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries related to accounts payable.
- Train and mentor junior accounts payable staff as needed to ensure team effectiveness and knowledge sharing.
Skills
The Senior Account Payable Specialist uses their expertise in accounting software and ERP systems daily to process and track payments efficiently and accurately. Strong analytical skills enable them to identify and resolve discrepancies quickly, ensuring vendor accounts are accurate and up to date. Attention to detail is critical when reviewing invoices and expense reports to maintain compliance with company policies and regulatory standards. Communication skills are essential for collaborating with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues and improve processes. Additionally, leadership and mentoring skills are applied to support and develop junior team members, fostering a productive and knowledgeable accounts payable team.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field or equivalent experience; 3+ years accounts payable experience; proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; strong understanding of AP processes and internal controls.
Key Responsibilities
- processing invoices
- reconciling transactions
- supporting audits
Skills & Tools
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Oracle, NetSuite
Job Details
- Category: Finance and Accounting
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
About Mediaco Holding
A media holding company that owns and operates broadcasting properties. — Industry: Media and Communications