Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist – Full Cycle, High Volume
Location: Phoenix, AZ (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (with some flexibility)
Compensation: $50,000 – $55,000 annually

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in Phoenix. This is an excellent opportunity for an AP professional who thrives in high-volume environments, preferably with a background in manufacturing. As they transition from manual to automated invoice processing, they’re looking for someone who is flexible, detail-oriented, and eager to be part of a growing team. The position is onsite to start, with the option for a hybrid schedule after a few months of training.

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle from invoice receipt through payment disbursement

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices daily with a strong emphasis on accuracy and timeliness

• Accurately code invoices and route them for appropriate approvals

• Support the shift from manual to automated AP processes, adapting to new systems and workflows

• Communicate with vendors to address inquiries and resolve discrepancies

• Review and process employee expense reports in compliance with internal policies

• Reconcile AP accounts and investigate any variances

• Maintain well-organized and audit-ready AP records

• Handle month end tasks, journal entries and accruals

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, GAAP, and industry regulations

• Work closely with procurement and production teams in a manufacturing environment to match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of full-cycle accounts payable, experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting is ideal

• Experience with high-volume invoice processing

• Familiarity with 3-way matching and job costing in a manufacturing environment

• Proven ability to adapt to change, especially during systems transitions

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including VLOOKUP and pivot tables)

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar)

• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

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