Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

About Atrium:

Client Overview:

Atrium is seeking, on behalf of our client, a food and beverage manufacturer, a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$75k – $80k

Position Overview:

The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing high-volume invoice processing, vendor relationships, and supporting month-end close activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring timely and accurate payments, maintaining compliance, and driving process improvements. The role requires collaboration with internal teams and external vendors to resolve discrepancies and enhance efficiency. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities of the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and timely with appropriate coding and perform 2-way and 3-way matching.
• Assist with weekly payment runs, including ACH, checks, and wires.
• Set up and maintain vendor records, including contact information, W-9s, and payment details.
• Handle vendor credits, debit memos, short payments, and monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date.
• Collaborate effectively with Procurement, Receiving, and Operations teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable ledgers and supporting documentation.
• Assist with AP accruals, cutoff procedures, and audit requests.

Required Experience/Skills for the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist:

• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with invoice matching and payment processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas and lookup functions.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Senior Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Passion and aptitude for continuous process improvement.
• Prior experience with ERP systems.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and tools.

Education Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Continuing education in AP best practices or ERP systems is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, if eligible under the ACA.
• Time off in accordance with local paid sick time laws.
• Paid holidays, where applicable.
• 401(k) retirement plan, where applicable.
• Life insurance coverage, where applicable.
• Disability coverage, where applicable.
• Employee assistance program, where applicable.
• Overtime opportunities, where applicable.
• Shift differentials, where applicable.
• Bonus opportunities, where applicable.
• Commission opportunities, where applicable.
• Additional incentive compensation programs, where applicable.

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