Accounts Payable Specialist
Posted November 13, 2026
Job Description
- GHJ Search and Staffing serves as the recruitment division of GHJ, a prominent national accounting and advisory firm. Our team provides qualified Accounting and Finance professionals on a temporary and permanent basis across a broad range of industries. GHJ’s relationship with our Global Advisory and Accounting Network provides the resources needed to better understand client’s needs, attract a higher caliber of candidates and assess candidate potential. A growing organization is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations. The Accounts Payable Specialist will support full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing, payment preparation, vendor reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements while working closely with the accounting and finance teams.
- Key Responsibilities Process full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice review, coding, and payment processing. Review invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and supporting documentation. Prepare vendor payments through ACH, checks, and wire transfers. Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies. Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9 forms and payment information. Respond to vendor inquiries and collaborate with internal departments to resolve outstanding issues. Assist with month-end close, account reconciliations, and AP reporting. Monitor outstanding invoices and payment schedules to ensure timely payments. Support audits and identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency.
- Qualifications 2+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience preferred. Strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes and general accounting principles. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems. Experience with invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing. Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with vendors and internal teams. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Why Join? Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility and in-person collaboration. Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across accounts payable and accounting operations. Collaborative, supportive team environment. Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and develop accounting expertise.
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
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- We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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