CFS · 12 hours ago
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
Madison, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$60K/yr - $64K/yrCFS is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist who will oversee complex accounts payable functions and serve as a subject-matter expert within the AP team. This role focuses on ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across AP operations while managing high-risk vendor accounts and leading process improvements.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Independently manage complex, high‑volume accounts payable transactions
Review and approve invoice coding and processing completed by junior AP staff
Resolve escalated vendor issues, complex discrepancies, and sensitive payment matters
Serve as the primary escalation point for critical vendor communications and relationships
Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and established policies
Lead regular and special payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers
Perform vendor statement reconciliations and oversee resolution of outstanding balances
Prepare and review AP accruals and reconciliations for month‑end close
Support internal and external audits through documentation and schedule preparation
Identify and implement process improvements and AP automation initiatives
Develop and maintain AP procedures, documentation, and training materials
Mentor, train, and provide daily guidance to junior AP team members
Act as backup support for AP leadership as needed
Qualification
Required
Independently manage complex, high‑volume accounts payable transactions
Review and approve invoice coding and processing completed by junior AP staff
Resolve escalated vendor issues, complex discrepancies, and sensitive payment matters
Serve as the primary escalation point for critical vendor communications and relationships
Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and established policies
Lead regular and special payment runs, including checks, ACH, and wire transfers
Perform vendor statement reconciliations and oversee resolution of outstanding balances
Prepare and review AP accruals and reconciliations for month‑end close
Support internal and external audits through documentation and schedule preparation
Identify and implement process improvements and AP automation initiatives
Develop and maintain AP procedures, documentation, and training materials
Mentor, train, and provide daily guidance to junior AP team members
Act as backup support for AP leadership as needed
Company
CFS
Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed.
Founded in 1994
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Casey
CEO, Founder
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