An Accounts Payable (AP) professional processes outgoing payments, verifies invoices, and maintains accurate financial ledgers. They ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time while maintaining vendor relationships and audit-ready records.
Key Responsibilities
Invoice Processing: Review, verify, and code incoming vendor invoices.
Invoice Matching: Perform 3-way matching by comparing the invoice against purchase orders and receiving documents to prevent overpayment.
Payment Execution: Schedule and process disbursements via checks, ACH, or wire transfers in accordance with payment terms.
Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements, resolve pricing or quantity discrepancies, and address internal or external inquiries.
Month-End Closing: Assist with closing procedures by preparing accrual and pre-payment schedules.
Compliance: Ensure transactions adhere to company policies, tax regulations, and internal controls.
Essential Requirements
Education: Degree or certification in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration preferred, though equivalent experience is highly valued.
Software Skills: Proficiency in accounting ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Core Traits: High attention to detail, strong numerical aptitude, and excellent problem-solving and communication skills.