Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent Finance & Accounting’s not-for-profit client is currently seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in Phoenix, Arizona. This position is 100% in-office and is perfect for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in accounts payable processes. The specialist will play a critical role in managing payables, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

• Processing full cycle payables.
• Generate purchase orders and ensure all supporting documentation, approvals, and account coding are complete.
• Verify accuracy, documentation, coding, and authorization on all invoices.
• Review and reconcile vendor statements to keep accounts accurate and current.
• Process new vendor setups, including obtaining W‑9 forms.
• Respond promptly to vendor inquiries and resolve issues.
• Manage weekly payment runs—print and distribute checks, upload electronic payments, and send remittances to vendors.
• Assist with external audits and the single audit process.
• Contribute to special projects and support general accounting tasks as needed.

The work is performed in an office environment with shared work spaces.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Experience with Net Suite software is preferred.
• Not-for-profit industry experience preferrred.
• Commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage priorities independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks.

The position requires working full-time hours, Monday through Friday, during standard business hours.

Compensation for this role ranges from $24.00 to $27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the accounts payable process while developing skills in a supportive and professional environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.