Accounts Payable Specialist

Waterworks

. Perform accounts payable functions including vouchering, preparing payments, and cash requirement reporting .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeDanbury • Connecticut • United StatesJunior💰 $52,000 - $62,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounts payable functions, including vouchering, payment preparation, and cash requirement reporting, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of analyzing procedures to recommend improvements and implement internal controls.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Accounts Payable FunctionsMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyVendor ManagementAnalytical SkillsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

VoucheringPayment PreparationThree-Way MatchingJournal EntriesAccount ReconciliationsAccrualsReport WritingInternal ControlsCash Requirement ReportingPO/AP Variance Resolution

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationProblem-Solving SkillsFlexibilityAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

JD EdwardsBusiness ObjectsConcurSage Fixed Asset Software

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BS Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

Accounts PayableVendor InquiriesMonth-End CloseAudit RequestsHigh-Volume Processing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform accounts payable functions including vouchering, preparing payments, and cash requirement reporting
Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving, and vendor invoices
Partner with Inventory Management and Warehouse teams to resolve PO/AP variances
Review and maintain the vendor prepayment register
Assist with vendor inquiries regarding invoice and payment status
Provide backup and assist with month-end close responsibilities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and accruals
Assist with audit requests and provide supporting documentation
Develop and implement accounts payable procedures and internal controls
Analyze current procedures and recommend improvements
Complete additional duties and projects as assigned
Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and adherence to company schedules
Provide timely, transparent, and open communication within the Accounting team and across the company

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS degree in Accounting required
1–2 years related experience
Proficient Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
Flexibility and ability to work independently and/or manage multiple assignments and responsibilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high-volume processing
Strong organizational and planning skills
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to interact with all levels of management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Knowledge of JD Edwards, Business Objects, Concur, and/or Sage Fixed Asset software is a plus
Business Objects report writing is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Extensive training
Career growth opportunities
Bonus potential
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401k retirement savings plan
Generous PTO program including vacation, personal, and sick time
Summer half days
Volunteer day
At least 8 federal holidays
Floating holiday