Job Description:
Accounts Payable Specialist
Grand Rapids, MI
$50,000 – $60,000
Full-Time Hybrid Schedule
A growing and collaborative organization in Grand Rapids is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a structured AP environment, managing invoice workflows, and collaborating with internal teams on project-related invoices. The company offers a supportive, team-oriented culture and a flexible hybrid schedule.
Accounts Payable Specialist Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing
- Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and upload invoices into the accounting system
- Process vendor invoices and ensure proper documentation and approvals
- Perform three-way matching by reconciling purchase orders with invoice and receiving records within the system
- Enter and process payments in a timely manner
- Manage project-related invoices, ensuring they are routed to the appropriate project manager when necessary
Reconciliations
- Reconcile Accounts Payable accounts and maintain accurate vendor balances
- Work with global sister companies and assist with reconciliation processes involving foreign currencies
- Monitor invoice due dates and coordinate with international teams across time zones (approximately a six-hour time difference)
Accounts Payable Specialist Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience managing an AP inbox/mailbox workflow
- Hands-on experience with three-way matching and invoice processing
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage invoice volume efficiently
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics, ideally Navision
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
- Knowledge of GAAP principles and basic accounting postings
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