Accounts Payable Jobs

An Accounts Payable (AP) specialist plays a critical role in the accounting industry by managing and reconciling all invoices received for payment and for executing all transactions related to expenditures in a timely manner. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and efficient payment processing, maintaining financial reports, records, and general ledgers, and performing general bookkeeping. Their duties also involve managing vendor relations, resolving any invoice discrepancies, and preparing analyses of accounts. For this role, it's essential to have strong communication and organization skills, along with proficiency in relevant accounting software and MS Office.

Important certifications for an Accounts Payable specialist include Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or Certified Bookkeeper (CB). These certifications validate one's knowledge and expertise in the field and can enhance career prospects. A strong background in mathematics or finance is also beneficial. Prior to becoming an Accounts Payable specialist, a person may work as an Accounts Payable Clerk, Bookkeeper, or Accounting Assistant. These roles provide essential experience in managing financial records and transactions, which is vital for succeeding in an Accounts Payable role.

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Accounts Payable Clerk

We are a local construction company looking for the right candidate to fill a position in our accounts payable department....

Accounts Payable Clerk

  • Huttig, AR
  • 7 hours ago
  • Huttig, AR
  • 7 hours ago

This is performed in our accounts payable workflow within our ERP system....

Accounts Payable Coordinator

  • 7 hours ago
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities: Oversee and optimize third party business process outsource staff supporting the accounts payable process (from supplier setup to invoice payment) Own end-to-end accounts payable process...

Remote Work

Lead Accounts Payable Representative

  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Responsibilities Serve as a subject matter expert in one or more functional areas within the Accounts Payable team, with a comprehensive understanding of how decisions, processes, and projects impact...

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fairhaven, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experience required. Knowledge of AP processing. Ability to analyze data and interpret results. Deep knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word....

Accounts Payable Analyst

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description: The position is responsible for processing various types of accounts payable transactions including vendor invoices and other payment requests....

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 8 hours ago

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. 1 year of experience required in a high-volume Accounts Payable processing environment (> 500 invoices per week)....

Accounts Payable Clerk

  • Valencia, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Valencia, CA
  • 8 hours ago

payable checks Prints all accounts payable reports and maintains all accounts payable files Monitors and works the AP Aging and Received not Invoices Reports Assists in monthly closings for AP QUALIFICATIONS...

Accounts Payable Associate

  • Columbia, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 8 hours ago

The Accounts Payable Associate provides support for the corporate and branch offices, processing vendor invoices and resolving invoice exception issues....

Accounts Payable Clerk

  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 10 hours ago

Accounts Payable Clerk SUMMARY OF POSITION The Accounts Payable Clerk is responsible for processing accounts payable transactions including but not limited to invoices, purchase orders and purchase...

Accounts Payable Associate

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 11 hours ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 11 hours ago

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ASSOCIATE Job Description: This position will be responsible for the timeliness and accuracy of highvolume invoice processing using Xsuite software for all domestic payables along with...

Vertex 2025 Fall Co-op, Accounts Payable (Boston, MA - Remote)

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 hours ago

Job Summary: The Accounts Payable co-op role will manage the receipt, sorting and scanning of Accounts Payable invoices (paper and electronic)....

Remote Work

Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Reporting directly to the Director of Accounts Payable, you will handle Accounts Payable exceptions and collaborate with essential vendors....

Accounts Payable Business Process Owner

  • Marysville, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Marysville, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Location Marysville, OH Job Purpose The Accounts Payable Business Process Owner (AP BPO) is a critical role within our organization, responsible for overseeing and optimizing the accounts payable processes...

Accounts Payable Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Accounts Payable Management
Overview This Accounts Payable Processing course is designed to provide an inclusive understanding of managing financial transactions, customer relations, and payment processing. If you want to...
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Welcome to this course, where we delve deep into the intricacies of corporate financial obligations. This comprehensive course introduces you to the world of bonds and notes payable from a...
Accounts Payable Management
Accounts Payable Management is an integral component of any organizations financial operations, playing a pivotal role in maintaining the company's fiscal health. This function involves managing...

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Salary for Accounts Payable Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Accounts Payables offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.2%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.2%
Some College
1.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Accounts Payables
Less than 1 year
29.7%
4-6 years
24.0%
2-4 years
22.2%
1-2 years
21.3%
None
2.5%
6-8 years
0.3%


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