AP Specialist

AP Specialist

Location : St. Petersburg, FL

Salary : $50,000 - $54,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for an AP Specialist :

Join a well-established manufacturing and distribution company with decades of success and a strong reputation for quality and reliability.

Be part of a stable, growing organization that serves a diverse range of industries and customers across the U.S.

Work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development.

Contribute to a company that emphasizes innovation, hands-on craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.

Enjoy opportunities for growth and advancement within a company that promotes from within and recognizes employee contributions.

The AP Specialist has the opportunity to take over the head accountant in 5 years.

Key Responsibilities for the AP Specialist :

The AP Specialist will process and verify a high volume of invoices (150+ weekly) with accuracy and attention to detail.

Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices while resolving discrepancies promptly.

Enter and code invoices manually into the accounting system to ensure proper GL allocation.

The AP Specialist will manage vendor communications, including inquiries, payment status updates, and statement reconciliations.

Prepare weekly payment runs and assist with check processing, ACH, and wire payments.

Maintain organized invoice records and support month-end close activities related to AP.

Collaborate with purchasing and operations teams to ensure timely and accurate payment processing.

Qualifications for this AP Specialist opening :

3+ years of full-cycle AP experience

2+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume, manual processing environment.

Strong understanding of invoice coding, purchase order matching, and general ledger principles.

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software; ability to learn new systems quickly.

High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced setting.