Corporate Accounting - Accounts Payable Specialist

Take your next step with Saulsbury Industries! Location: Odessa TX / Houston TX Type: Full Time – In Office Job Summary The Corporate Accounting Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for verifying vendor invoices, matching invoices with purchase orders, and reconciling vendor accounts in a timely and accurate manner. This role plays a key part in managing the accounts payable cycle, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, resolving vendor invoice discrepancies, and supporting month-end close processes. The Accounts Payable Specialist works closely with internal departments and external vendors to ensure a high standard of service and financial accuracy. Key Responsibilities/Competencies Receive, review and accurately process vendor invoices, matching the invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents to verify the validity and accuracy of information Review invoice details to ensure data complies with company policies and internal controls; identify and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal departments Accurately code invoices with appropriate accounting information Reconcile vendor statements monthly to identify and resolve any outstanding balances Identify and accurately process taxable and non-taxable invoices Maintain organized, accurate documentation and audit trails for all payment transactions Contribute to process improvements to enhance accounts payable accuracy and efficiency Generate accounts payable reports, ad hoc financial analyses and perform other tasks as needed Qualifications Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred 2+ years of experience in accounting or accounts payable, preferably in a corporate or professional services environment Skills & Competencies Strong understanding of accounting principles and accounts payable procedures Precision in processing large volumes of data, detail oriented, excellent communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. High level of professionalism and confidentiality. *The satisfactory completion of a credit check is required for this position* Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Ability to stand for extended periods of time. Ability to walk job sites and lay down yards. Occasional travel to Odessa, TX corporate office. Ability to carry up to 35 pounds. Saulsbury is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status.