Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

Ledgent is seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing team in Tampa. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the full accounts payable cycle with a strong emphasis on vendor management
, invoice processing
, and account reconciliations
. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial data, timely payments, and healthy vendor relationships.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries and issue resolution.
• Maintain and update vendor records, payment terms, and compliance documentation.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to support efficient payment operations.
• Review, verify, and process high volumes of invoices with accuracy.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices (3-way match) as needed.
• Ensure proper coding of invoices to general ledger accounts.
• Monitor approval workflows and follow up to ensure timely processing.

• Perform monthly AP account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements, researching and correcting payment variances.
• Prepare aging reports and assist with month-end close activities.
• Support audits by providing documentation and transaction details.

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable experience required.
• Strong understanding of AP processes, vendor management, and reconciliations.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Net Suite, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) preferred.
• High level of accuracy, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and standard accounting tools.
• Strong communication and customer-service mindset.

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.