Accounts Payable Jobs in Kansas

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 Intern (Year Round)

  • Bombardier Inc.
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 hours ago

Job Accounts Payable Intern (Year Round) Primary Location Wichita, ADMN / MFG, Learjet Organization Learjet Inc Shift Day job Employee Status Temporary Requisition 13520 Accounts Payable Intern (Year...

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Accounting Specialist (Accounts Payable)

  • State of Kansas
  • Winfield, KS
  • 18 hours ago
  • Winfield, KS
  • 18 hours ago

Maintain Accounts Payable Outstanding (APO) and track outstanding agency purchase orders....

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Shared Services Manager AP/AR

  • Cerro Wire
  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to the Director of Shared Services, the Shared Services Manager is responsible for the daily operational leadership and execution of the organizations Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable...

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Accounts Payable Technician

  • 150 Altasciences Clinical Kansas Inc
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago

About The Role Accounts Payable must effectively coordinate all aspects of payable processing in support of the business needs....

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Accounts Payable Clerk

  • LHH
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 3 days ago

Accounts Payable Specialist LHH is assisting with a search for an AP Specialist for Client in Kansas City, MO....

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AP Specialist - OVP

  • LHH
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

Our ideal candidate will have at least 32-3 years of high volume Accounts Payable AND Workday software and 3-way match experience. Read below for additional details!...

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Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

  • MBC Companies Lebanon LLC
  • Coffeyville, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Coffeyville, KS
  • 4 days ago

Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervises Accounts Payable Specialist....

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Accounts Payable-Travel & Expense Specialist

  • Ascend Learning
  • Leawood, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 5 days ago

Experience in Accounts Payable, general accounting, and customer service preferred. Proficient in expense management systems (Concur, Expensya) and large ERP platforms....

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Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

  • Epiq Systems, Inc.
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 5 days ago

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in accounts payable or a related field....

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Accounts Payable Specialist - Overland Park, KS

  • Metronet
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

Accounts Payable Specialist As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will assist with the Accounts Payable process associated with projects located around the country....

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Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Aston Carter
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago

Accounts Payable Specialist Role with one of Aston Carter's partner organizations Overview The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing all AP activities and ensuring invoices are processed...

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Accounts Payable Specialist

  • Hendrick Automotive Group
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following: Accounts Payable will encompass the processing of all accounts payable transactions including bills, returns, and credit card charges ensuring...

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Coordinator, Accounts Payable

  • AMC Entertainment Inc.
  • Leawood, KS
  • 11 days ago
  • Leawood, KS
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary The Coordinator, Accounts Payable supports daily accounts payable operations through invoice management, vendor statement reconciliation, data cleanup, and workflow support....

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Accounts Payable Specialist

  • LHH
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 13 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 13 days ago

Accounts Payable Specialist Overland Park, KS | Fully Onsite Full-Time | Contract-to-Hire| up to $28ph....

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Accounts Payable Supervisor

  • Quanta
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 14 days ago

About this Role The Accounts Payable (AP) Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable team, serving as the primary escalation point for system-related...

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Demographic Data for Kansas

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Salary for Accounts Payable Jobs in Kansas

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

Highest Education Level

Accounts Payables in Kansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
17.5%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
High School or GED
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.1%
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 in Kansas
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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