Accounts Payable Specialist

Now hiring for a Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Van Wert, OH

Pay Rate: $18.00 – $23.00 per hour

Schedule: This is a first shift position Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm.

Make Every Penny Count (Literally)

Become our next Accounts Payable Specialist in Van Wert and help manage invoices, receipts, and payment tracking. If balancing worksheets, clearing queues, and staying ahead of the numbers feels good, this role is built for you.

Looking for Accounts Payable Specialist jobs in Van Wert where accuracy and organization keep businesses running smoothly? This opportunity lets you process financial transactions, maintain vendor relationships, and help ensure timely, accurate payment operations.

This Accounts Payable position is responsible for managing the day-to-day invoice and payment process for the company. Duties include monitoring multiple email inboxes for vendor invoices, verifying purchase orders and receipt of goods, communicating with vendors and internal departments to resolve discrepancies, obtaining approvals for non-PO charges, and ensuring invoices are correctly coded. The role also involves entering invoices into the Penta system, scanning and archiving documents, maintaining accounts payable files, preparing invoices for weekly check runs, generating payment reports, and tracking use tax. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with Purchasing, Receiving, managers, and vendors to ensure accurate and timely payment processing. If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on an Accounts Payable Specialist career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

This Accounts Payable position is responsible for managing the day-to-day invoice and payment process for the company.

Education Requirements

There are no educational requirements for this opportunity. Candidates with or without educational credentials are invited to apply.

Experience Requirements

Experience processing invoices, payments, purchase orders, or financial documentation.

Strong mathematical aptitude with excellent attention to detail.

Experience using accounting software, spreadsheets, and standard office applications.

Ability to organize financial records while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

The required qualifications for this Accounts Payable position include strong organizational skills, the ability to follow a structured workflow, and prior Accounts Payable experience.

Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and have a basic understanding of accounting principles, including general ledger (GL) accounts, debits, and credits.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting, finance, or office administration experience is preferred.

Experience using ERP systems, accounting software, or enterprise financial applications is beneficial.

Knowledge of invoice reconciliation, vendor management, payment processing, or financial reporting is considered an asset.

Individuals who demonstrate professionalism, accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills are well positioned for success as a Accounts Payable Specialist.

Experience with Sage software is considered a plus.

Physical Capabilities

Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods.

Ability to review financial documents and enter data accurately.

Ability to occasionally lift office materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

Ability to perform standard office duties while maintaining attention to detail throughout the workday.

Ability to sit for extended periods, use a computer and standard office equipment, review and enter data accurately, communicate with vendors and internal staff, and occasionally lift or move files and office documents.

This is primarily a sedentary office position.

Benefits

Competitive Weekly Pay

Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.

Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.

Professional Office Environment with opportunities for advancement and career development.

“This company kept me working for many years. I learned so many skills from working for this company. Staffmark was the reason I was able to feed my family and clothe my kids. I would work for Staffmark anytime.” – Staffmark, Accounting Clerk

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What You Will Do

As a Accounts Payable Specialist you will review invoices, verify purchase orders, process vendor payments, reconcile statements, maintain financial records, resolve invoice discrepancies, communicate with vendors and internal departments, prepare payment documentation, and help ensure timely, accurate accounts payable operations while following established accounting procedures.

This Accounts Payable position is responsible for managing the day-to-day invoice and payment process for the company.

A Accounts Payable Specialist supports organizational success by maintaining accurate accounts payable records, processing financial transactions, and contributing to dependable financial operations. This position combines professionalism, analytical thinking, and attention to detail to support effective business management.

The Accounts Payable Specialist requires strong organizational skills, mathematical ability, and the ability to consistently process financial information while maintaining vendor relationships, payment accuracy, and confidentiality. Successful candidates contribute directly to efficient accounting operations and sound financial management.

This profession provides an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy accounting, financial organization, and long-term professional growth.