Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

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. Manage an assigned vendor portfolio as the primary contact for inquiries and discrepancies .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeEarth City • Missouri • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, vendor relationship management, and compliance with policies. Proficient in ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain, with strong analytical skills for problem-solving and risk identification.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Payable ExperienceMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply ChainVendor Relationship ManagementUse Tax KnowledgeStrong Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Invoice ProcessingThree-Way MatchingPO Invoice ProcessingNon-PO Invoice ProcessingInvoice Discrepancy ResolutionPayment Batch PreparationAudit-Ready Record MaintenanceVendor OnboardingUse Tax Exposure IdentificationERP Experience

Soft Skills

Independent Problem-SolvingAttention to DetailTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCritical Thinking

Industry Keywords

Vendor ManagementInvoice Cycle OwnershipComplianceOperational VendorsProfessional Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage an assigned vendor portfolio as the primary contact for inquiries and discrepancies
Process PO invoices using automated three-way matching
Process all non-PO invoices, including professional services, utilities, operational vendors, subscriptions, and other expenses
Identify potential Use Tax exposure on non-PO invoices
Validate, code, and resolve invoice discrepancies
Manage vendor onboarding documentation and setup or change requests in accordance with policy
Prepare payment batches and maintain audit-ready records and approval trails
Monitor invoice processing accuracy and timeliness
Maintain vendor relationship quality and response time
Ensure documentation completeness and audit readiness
Catch and flag issues before they become payment or compliance problems
Support smooth handoff of approval routing as automated workflows come online

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent; accounting or business coursework preferred
5+ years of accounts payable experience with full invoice-cycle ownership
ERP experience required; Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain preferred
Experience managing vendor communications and resolving invoice discrepancies independently
Strong Excel skills
Working knowledge of Use Tax concepts or ability to learn quickly
Vendor relationship management and issue resolution
Independent problem-solving, accountability, and sound judgment
Attention to detail and invoice processing accuracy
Critical thinking and proactive risk identification
Time management and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and maintain policy compliance
Ability to sit for extended periods and move around the workplace
Occasional movement and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
100% employer-funded SEP retirement contributions for eligible employees
Bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities
Ongoing training and professional development
Hybrid work model