AP Specialist

Compensation: To $25/hr.

Job Overview – AP Specialist – 34217

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurately processing vendor invoices, employee expense reimbursements, and other payment transactions in accordance with company policies and procedures. This role ensures the timely and accurate maintenance of accounts payable records, assists with month-end closing activities, and collaborates with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies.

• Process high-volume vendor invoices, purchase orders, and credit memos with accuracy and efficiency.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents; verify approval and proper coding.
• Enter and maintain vendor information in the accounting system, ensuring accuracy and compliance with W-9 and tax requirements.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and research/resolve invoice discrepancies or issues.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries and maintain positive working relationships.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up-to-date and in accordance with payment terms.
• Maintain organized and accurate AP files in both electronic and paper formats
  
  
  

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
  
  
  

• We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
• Non-Local Candidates: Please note that you are competing with local candidates who don’t require relocation expenses and can start quickly, so let us know if you have plans to move to the area soon.
• Candidates for all Sherpa opportunities must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Sherpa is an Equal Opportunity Employer.