Accounts Payable Specialist

<p><strong>Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist / GL Support</strong></p><p><strong>Job Type: Full-Time direct hire</strong></p><p><strong>Job Location: Springfield, MO (Onsite) </strong></p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Summary/Objective</strong></p><p>The Accounts Payable Specialist / GL Support position owns and manages all aspects of the full-cycle accounts payable (AP) process as their absolute primary responsibility. This role is crucial to maintaining accurate vendor relationships, transaction workflows, and internal controls. Additionally, this position acts as a key support mechanism for the general ledger (GL) functions by preparing and entering journal entries, executing bank and credit card reconciliations, and actively assisting with the month-end close process to ensure corporate compliance with GAAP.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Competencies</strong></p><p>Absolute mastery of high-volume, full-cycle Accounts Payable management.</p><p>Strong fundamental knowledge of General Ledger accounting, journal entries, double-entry bookkeeping, and accrual-based accounting.</p><p>Meticulous attention to detail and high data entry speed/accuracy.</p><p>Proficient problem-solving skills with the ability to audit variances and resolve invoice mismatches.</p><p>Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills to partner with vendors and managers.</p><p>Results-driven mindset with strict adherence to month-end close schedules and operational deadlines.</p><p>Intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities and comfort working in structured ERP systems.</p><p><br /></p><p><strong>Required Education and Experience</strong></p><p>Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent operational experience) preferred.</p><p>Minimum of 2+ years of comprehensive, hands-on full-cycle Accounts Payable experience (high-volume background preferred).</p><p>1-2 years of supportive General Ledger accounting experience, including journal entries and account reconciliations.</p><p>Prior exposure to transactional data flows within a manufacturing environment is preferred.</p>