Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Type: Full-Time direct hire

Job Location: Springfield, MO (Onsite) Summary/Objective 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.

Competencies: Absolute mastery of high-volume, full-cycle Accounts Payable management. Strong fundamental knowledge of General Ledger accounting, journal entries, double-entry bookkeeping, and accrual-based accounting. Meticulous attention to detail and high data entry speed/accuracy. Proficient problem-solving skills with the ability to audit variances and resolve invoice mismatches. Effective verbal, listening, and written communication skills to partner with vendors and managers. Results-driven mindset with strict adherence to month-end close schedules and operational deadlines. Intermediate to advanced Excel capabilities and comfort working in structured ERP systems.

Required Education and Experience: Associate’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent operational experience) preferred. Minimum of 2+ years of comprehensive, hands-on full-cycle Accounts Payable experience (high-volume background preferred).1-2 years of supportive General Ledger accounting experience, including journal entries and account reconciliations. Prior exposure to transactional data flows within a manufacturing environment is preferred.