Accounts Payable Specialist

Kforce Inc.

Augusta, MO

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$24–$29
LOCATION
Augusta, MO
POSTED
1 day ago
Kforce has a client in Augusta, MO that is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist. Position Summary: The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and account reconciliations. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships, ensuring proper documentation, and supporting the overall accounting function. The ideal candidate has hands on experience using QuickBooks Desktop, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline driven environment. Key Responsibilities:
  • Process high volume vendor invoices, including coding, data entry, and verification
  • Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents, as applicable
  • Ensure proper approvals and documentation are obtained prior to payment
  • Prepare and process weekly or bi weekly check runs, ACH, and electronic payments
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
  • Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records for audit and reporting purposes
  • Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive working relationships
  • Assist with month end close activities, including accruals and AP reconciliations
  • Support general accounting functions as needed, including filing, reporting, and ad hoc projects
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures

Requirements:

  • High School diploma/GED or equivalent required
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
  • 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
  • Strong experience with QuickBooks Desktop
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (basic to intermediate level)
  • Solid understanding of accounts payable processes and general ledger coding
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and organizational skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Skills:
  • Prior experience working with vendors and resolving discrepancies
  • Exposure to month end close and basic reconciliations

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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About the Company

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Kforce Inc.

Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services. Our KNOWLEDGEforce® empowers top companies to achieve their digital transformation goals. We curate teams of technical experts who deliver solutions custom-tailored to each client’s needs. These scalable, flexible outcomes are shaped by deep market knowledge, thought leadership and our multi-industry expertise.

 

Our integrated approach is rooted in 60 years of proven success deploying highly skilled professionals on a temporary and direct-hire basis. Each year, approximately 18,000 talented experts work with the Fortune 500 and other leading companies. Together, we deliver Great Results Through Strategic Partnership and Knowledge Sharing®.

COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1962
WEBSITE
http://www.kforce.com/