Job Description:Pay Range: $24.64hr - $27.64hr* The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting daily departmental operations, ensuring the accuracy of subsidiary ledgers, mentoring junior staff, and assisting internal and external customers with resolving discrepancies.* The role requires strong knowledge of accounting processes, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate audit responses and training activities.Requirement/Must Have:* High school diploma.* 3 years of accounts payable experience.* In lieu of a bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required.Experience:* Experience researching and resolving discrepancies.* Experience analyzing data for reclassifying journal entries.* Experience supporting audit coordination.* Experience mentoring entry-level team members.Responsibilities:* Provide leadership in assisting internal and external customers with resolving concerns.* Research and communicate discrepancies for timely resolution.* Train junior staff on General Ledger coding and policies.* Monitor the accuracy of subsidiary ledgers to ensure balances are reflected correctly in the General Ledger.* Work with the Budget team to analyze data and identify necessary journal entries.* Coordinate corrections in the subsidiary ledger with junior staff.* Strengthen departmental effectiveness through cross-training and documentation.* Assist with audit responses and daily operations.* Provide guidance to the team in the absence of the supervisor.* Mentor entry-level team members.Should Have:* Strong understanding of accounting processes and financial data analysis.Skills:* Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.* Proficiency with database user interfaces and query software (e.g., Microsoft Access, SQL, Yardi).* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Qualification And Education:* High school diploma required.* Additional experience required if no bachelor's degree is completed.