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Job Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables activities for a manufacturing operation in Gray Court, South Carolina. This role focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely vendor payments, and dependable support during monthly close activities. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounts payable experience, strong attention to detail, and confidence working with ERP and invoice management systems in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the full invoice workflow, ensuring purchase orders, receipts, and billing records align before transactions are posted.
• Examine incoming invoices for completeness, proper authorization, and adherence to company accounting procedures.
• Partner with purchasing staff, warehouse personnel, and suppliers to investigate and resolve billing differences or receiving issues.
• Maintain vendor account records and confirm that supporting documentation is current, accurate, and properly stored.
• Execute payment activities through ERP-based payment methods, wire transfers, and check processing while following established due dates.
• Communicate with vendors regarding remittance timing, open balances, and payment-related questions in a thorough manner.
• Contribute to period-end accounting tasks by assisting with accruals, cutoff reviews, and other close-related payables activities.
• Prepare and review aging schedules and provide documentation needed for financial reviews, audits, and compliance requests.
• Record and update accounts payable transactions in ERP and invoice automation systems while helping strengthen controls and improve process efficiency.

• At least 3 years of accounts payable or closely related accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing setting.

• Practical knowledge of core accounts payable procedures, including invoice coding, invoice processing, and payment execution.

• Experience using SAP or another comparable ERP platform for payables processing and transaction management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and Pivot Tables for reporting and analysis.

• Solid understanding of basic accounting concepts and how they apply to payables and month-end support.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate work and manage multiple deadlines effectively.

• Clear communication skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

• An associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.