View all jobs

Accounts Payable Specialist

Washington, DC

<meta content="text/html; charset=us-ascii" /> <style scoped="scoped" type="text/css">a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } </style>

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist. This role will be responsible for the full-cycle accounts payable process, including invoice coding, routing and tracking approvals, vendor maintenance, W-9 collection, ACH payment processing, and account reconciliations. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of accounts payable experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with Sage Intacct is a plus but is not required.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process approximately 150 invoices per month accurately and timely.
  • Review and code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and departments.
  • Manage invoice approval workflows and follow up with approvers as needed.
  • Maintain vendor records, including collecting and verifying W-9 forms.
  • Set up and maintain vendor ACH payment information.
  • Prepare and process ACH payments through PNC Bank (no check processing).
  • Reconcile AP transactions and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders.
  • Respond to vendor inquiries and ensure timely resolution of payment issues.
  • Assist with month-end close activities related to accounts payable.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures.
  • Support audit requests and provide AP-related documentation as needed.

Qualifications

Required

  • 1–3 years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
  • Understanding of invoice processing, coding, and payment procedures.
  • Experience working with ACH payments.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

A plus

  • Experience with Sage Intacct.
  • Experience using online banking platforms, preferably PNC Bank

IND4