Accounts Payable Jobs

An Accounts Payable (AP) specialist plays a critical role in the accounting industry by managing and reconciling all invoices received for payment and for executing all transactions related to expenditures in a timely manner. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient payment processing, maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledgers, and performing general bookkeeping. Their duties also involve managing vendor relations, resolving any invoice discrepancies, and preparing analyses of accounts. For this role, it's essential to have strong communication and organization skills, along with proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office.

Important certifications for an Accounts Payable specialist include Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or Certified Bookkeeper (CB). These certifications validate one's knowledge and expertise in the field and can enhance career prospects. A strong background in mathematics or finance is also beneficial. Prior to becoming an Accounts Payable specialist, a person may work as an Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper, or Accounting Assistant. These roles provide essential experience in managing financial records and transactions, which is vital for succeeding in an Accounts Payable role.

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Maintains account payable reports, spreadsheets and corporate accounts payable files. Assists in month-end closings. Prepares analysis of accounts as required....

Accounts Payable Coordinator - SFO Hub

  • Burlingame, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA
  • 9 days ago

Job Title: Accounts Payable Coordinator - SFO Hub Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94010 Work Location Type: On-Site Salary Range: $16.47 - 25.74 per hour About us LSG Sky Chefs is one of the worlds...

Automotive Accounting Clerk

  • Lynnfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lynnfield, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Flagship Motorcars of Lynnfield is looking for a qualified Automotive Accounting Clerk to bring the team to new levels of success in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Processes all new...

Front End Admin/AP Clerk

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 3 hours ago

Will train for all aspects of accounts payable. Small office so the right person needs to be able to work well with others. This is a full time position M-F 8 am to 430 pm....

Accounts Payable Clerk

  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Local Trucking Company is in need of additional support for AP department. Verbal and writing communication is essential in this position. Able to speak, write and read Spanish and English is a...

Accounts Payable Associate -Hybrid

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 hours ago

Inputs vendor/invoice payments into the accounts payable computer system. Resolves accounts payable issues with vendors and colleagues....

Accounts Payable Associate Manager

  • Racine, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 6 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE As the Accounts Payable Associate Manager, you will supervise and lead a team within the overall NA Accounts Payable department....

Accounts Payable Specialist II

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 hours ago

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Finance Job Profile Accounts Payable Specialist II Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of...

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Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 6 hours ago

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the overall supervision and management of the Accounts Payable process, managing and processing all invoices, communicating with potential new and...

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 hours ago

adherence to accounts payable policies and goals Analyze specific accounts payable operations such as invoice research and follow-up, problem documentation and standardization of input Communicate...

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Irving, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 6 hours ago

JOB OVERVIEW: The Accounts Payable Specialist is pivotal in overseeing our accounts payable operations....

Accounting Associate Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

with knowledge of basic accounting principles and solid general office skills to assist with processing Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable....

Accounts Payable Assistant

  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 hours ago
  • Calgary, AB
  • 6 hours ago

Responsibilities also include general journal entries, processing expense claims, and registering PO accounts payable as a back-up for other AP staff....

Accounts Payable Clerk

  • Hyannis, MA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hyannis, MA
  • 6 hours ago

SUMMARY: This position has the responsibility for receiving and processing all Vendor Invoices for Payment. Each invoice must have Department Manager’s approval before processing or be matched...

Analyst Accounts Payable

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Posting End Date: April 21, 2025 Employee Type: Regular-Full time Union/Non: This is a non-union position Enbridge has an opening for an Analyst Accounts Payable....

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Accounts Payable in SAP
A warm welcome to the Accounts Payable in SAP course by Uplatz.Accounts Payable is an important component of SAP FICO module that records and manages accounting data of vendors.Accounts payable...
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Salary for Accounts Payable Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Accounts Payables offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.2%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
High School or GED
12.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.2%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Accounts Payables
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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