Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist will support the accounting team by reviewing and processing accounts payable transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with various accounting functions. Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Payable Specialist.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Muskegon, MI
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full Time
Compensation: $45,000 - $60,000
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Our client is a well-established organization serving a large and diverse community through numerous departments and programs. They offer a collaborative work environment that values flexibility, teamwork, and employee support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable organization while gaining exposure to a variety of accounting functions. The Accounts Payable Specialist will support the accounting team by reviewing and processing accounts payable transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, and assisting with various accounting functions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed, process-driven work and can work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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• Review and approve accounts payable invoices submitted by internal departments
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• Process a high volume of weekly invoices while ensuring accuracy and compliance
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• Prepare and distribute vendor payments
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• Maintain organized accounts payable records and supporting documentation
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• Assist with account reconciliations
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• Review and post journal entries as needed
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• Support month-end and departmental accounting activities
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• Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls
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• Collaborate with accounting team members to ensure timely and accurate financial processing
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Qualifications

Required

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• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
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• 1+ years of accounting or accounts payable experience
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• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
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• Ability to manage repetitive, process-oriented tasks effectively
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• Strong organizational and time management skills
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• Basic Microsoft Excel proficiency
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• Self-starter with the ability to work independently
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Preferred

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• Government, municipal, nonprofit, or public-sector accounting experience
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• Experience with accounting or ERP software systems
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• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs
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• Experience with journal entries and account reconciliations
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
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