Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Thornton, Colorado. This long-term contract position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced service industry environment while ensuring the efficient management of vendor payments and related accounting functions. Ideal candidates will bring strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records.

Responsibilities:

- Handle full-cycle accounts payable processes, including high-volume invoice management, 2- and 3-way matching, and obtaining approvals for non-purchase order invoices.

- Reconcile invoices with purchase orders using an automated accounts payable workflow system.

- Facilitate vendor payments and collaborate with internal and external parties to address and resolve payment-related issues.

- Maintain vendor master records, including setting up new vendors and performing updates as needed.

- Respond promptly to inquiries from vendors and internal teams, ensuring accurate and timely communication.

- Process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies.

- Reconcile vendor statements, identify discrepancies, and take corrective actions.

- Apply appropriate Sales and Use Tax rates and ensure compliance with tax regulations.

- Research and resolve disputes or issues raised by vendors and operational teams.

- Support internal and external audits by providing required documentation and information. Requirements - Proficiency in account coding and familiarity with accounting software systems.

- Experience with ERP systems and enterprise resource planning tools.

- Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting functions.

- Ability to manage high volumes of invoices with accuracy and efficiency.

- Excellent communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.

- Strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.

- Knowledge of Sales and Use Tax application in accounts payable.

- Previous experience in a fast-paced service industry environment preferred.

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