Accounts Payable Specialist
Creative Financial Staffing
Madison, WI · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Accounts Payable Specialist
$52,000-$62,000 + Performance Bonus
Why should you be interested in this Accounts Payable Specialist role?
Join a well-established and growing organization with deep roots in agriculture and related industries, offering long-term career stability.
Year-round, full-time position with strong benefits and advancement opportunities.
Family-oriented culture where many employees build long-term careers following internships and entry-level opportunities.
Competitive compensation package including performance-based bonus opportunities.
Opportunity to work directly with accounting leadership and gain exposure to month-end close and broader accounting functions.
Collaborative environment that values professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Specialist:
Review and process invoices, ensuring appropriate documentation, approvals, packing slips, and purchase orders are attached prior to payment.
Prioritize invoices according to payment terms and available discount opportunities.
Analyze invoices for sales and use tax compliance and code expenses to appropriate general ledger accounts.
Prepare and process weekly payments, including checks, ACH transactions, and wire transfers.
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
Assist with employee expense reports and month-end close activities.
Maintain vendor records, including W-9s, 1099 compliance, direct deposit forms, and related documentation.
Qualifications of the Accounts Payable Specialist:
Associates degree preferred.
2+ years of accounts payable experience.
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