Job Description
Job DescriptionAccounts Payable Specialist
Location: Silver Spring, MD (Fully Onsite - Metro Accessible)
Compensation: Up to $75,000 (targeting $70,000 range) + Annual Bonus
Employment Type: Direct Hire
LHH is proactively recruiting for a permanent Accounts Payable Specialist opportunity with a well-established organization located in Silver Spring, MD. We are seeking a detail-oriented accounting professional who thrives in a structured, process-driven environment. Candidates who have supported a system conversion or ERP implementation will be highly regarded.
Position Overview
This role will manage full-cycle accounts payable responsibilities in a paper-check environment. Experience navigating ERP transitions or system improvements is a significant plus.
Industry exposure to construction or project-based environments (including job costing) is beneficial but not required.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, code, and accurately enter vendor invoices into the accounting system
- Process weekly check runs (all payments are issued via check)
- Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries
- Maintain accurate vendor records and documentation
- Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger
- Assist with month-end close activities and reporting support
- Prepare and distribute annual 1099 forms
- Support audit requests and maintain organized financial records
Qualifications
- 2-5 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
- High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred
- Experience with Sage 300 (Timberline) a plus
- Exposure to ERP systems and Excel proficiency required
- Experience participating in a software conversion or system implementation is a major plus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines
- Clear and professional communication skills
This is an excellent opportunity for an AP professional seeking long-term stability with a company offering bonus potential and a collaborative team environment. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Andrew Rector
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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