AP Specialist
Columbus $50-52k
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive AP Specialist to join their Accounting team. This role is ideal for an AP Specialist who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, and wants the opportunity to take on responsibilities beyond traditional accounts payable.
Key Responsibilities - Process and review invoices across multiple states, ensuring accuracy, completeness, proper coding, and appropriate sales and use tax application.
- Monitor invoices processed through automated AP software, researching and resolving items flagged for review.
- Review vendor statements, research payment status, identify missing invoices, and follow up with vendors as needed.
- Respond to vendor inquiries, resolve discrepancies, and help expedite payments when necessary.
- Manage sales and use tax responsibilities for multiple divisions and provide backup support for tax return preparation.
- Review accounting transactions for errors, inconsistencies, and unusual activity, researching issues and making necessary corrections.
- Assist with internal audit and accounting review activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Sort, scan, and process invoices received through mail and ensure they are routed appropriately.
- Collaborate with the Accounting team to improve processes, resolve issues, and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements The ideal AP Specialist will have:
- 2-3 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
- Experience with multi-state AP and sales and use tax is strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and analytical/problem-solving skills.
- Ability to research discrepancies and identify errors.
- Proficiency with basic Excel formulas.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why This Opportunity? This AP Specialist position offers the opportunity to expand beyond traditional AP and gain valuable experience with multi-state sales and use tax, tax reporting, accounting reviews, and internal audit support.
If you're an AP Specialist who enjoys solving problems, researching discrepancies, and taking ownership of your work, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your accounting career.
Join a team where an AP Specialist can make an impact not only through accurate invoice processing, but also through tax compliance, error review, and overall accounting support.
