Accounts Payable Specialist

Company Description WHITINGTURNER is a well-established organization known for delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong client relationships across its projects. The company values integrity, accountability, and collaboration, creating a professional environment where team members can contribute meaningfully to organizational goals. WHITINGTURNER emphasizes accuracy and efficiency in its financial operations, making the Accounts Payable function a key part of its success. Team members are supported with tools and processes that promote consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Role Description This part-time remote role as an Accounts Payable Specialist focuses on processing and managing vendor invoices and payments with a high degree of accuracy. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing and coding invoices, preparing and reconciling expense reports, and entering journal entries into the accounting system. The role also involves monitoring accounts payable balances, resolving invoice discrepancies, and collaborating with internal teams and vendors to ensure timely payments. The specialist will assist with maintaining organized financial records, supporting month-end close activities, and adhering to company policies and applicable regulations while working independently in a remote setting.
Qualifications
Strong Finance and Accounting knowledge, including understanding of accounts payable processes and general ledger structure.
Proficiency with Expense Reports and Journal Entries (Accounting), with the ability to maintain accurate and complete documentation.
Analytical Skills to review, reconcile, and troubleshoot discrepancies in invoices, payments, and account balances.
Experience with accounting or ERP software and intermediate skills in spreadsheet tools (e.g., Excel or similar).
Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and capacity to manage multiple priorities in a remote, part-time environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred, or equivalent relevant experience.

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