AP Specialist

Title:

AP Specialist

Location:

St. Petersburg, FL

Salary: $50,000 - 54,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for an AP Specialist:

• Join a well-established manufacturing and distribution company with decades of success and a strong reputation for quality and reliability.
• Be part of a stable, growing organization that serves a diverse range of industries and customers across the U.S.
• Work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development.
• Contribute to a company that emphasizes innovation, hands-on craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.
• Enjoy opportunities for growth and advancement within a company that promotes from within and recognizes employee contributions.
• The AP Specialist has the opportunity to take over the head accountant in 5 years.

Key Responsibilities for the AP Specialist:

• The AP Specialist will process and verify a high volume of invoices (150+ weekly) with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices while resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Enter and code invoices manually into the accounting system to ensure proper GL allocation.
• The AP Specialist will manage vendor communications, including inquiries, payment status updates, and statement reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly payment runs and assist with check processing, ACH, and wire payments.
• Maintain organized invoice records and support month-end close activities related to AP.
• Collaborate with purchasing and operations teams to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.

Qualifications for this AP Specialist opening:

• 3+ years of full-cycle AP experience
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume, manual processing environment.
• Strong understanding of invoice coding, purchase order matching, and general ledger principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.