Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist supports Applied Medical by ensuring accurate, timely processing of vendor invoices and maintaining strong financial controls within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role contributes directly to operational efficiency and month‑end close accuracy by partnering with purchasing, procurement, and finance teams to resolve discrepancies and reconcile vendor accounts. Working within cross‑functional accounting operations, the accounts payable specialist plays a key role in enterprise financial processes commonly associated with accounts payable analyst, invoice processing specialist, and financial operations specialist roles in manufacturing and enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately using two‑way and three‑way matching procedures in accordance with purchasing and accounting requirements.
• Coordinate with buyers and purchasing teams to resolve purchase order discrepancies and invoice exceptions.
• Reconcile vendor accounts by researching variances and ensuring timely resolution of outstanding balances.
• Prepare and post month‑end accruals to support accurate financial reporting and close processes.
• Maintain clear documentation and records to support internal controls, audits, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional finance and operations teams to ensure efficient accounts payable workflows.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Vendor invoices are processed accurately and on time with minimal rework or exceptions.
• Purchase order and invoice discrepancies are resolved efficiently through effective cross‑functional communication.
• Vendor accounts remain reconciled and current, supporting strong supplier relationships.
• Month‑end close activities are completed on schedule with accurate accruals.
• Accounts payable processes operate smoothly in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

This position requires the following skills and attributes:

• Brings three years or more of experience in accounts payable and expense reimbursement processing.
• Applies working knowledge of accounts payable processes within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Uses enterprise resource planning systems, including Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing (SAP).
• Communicates effectively through clear verbal and written correspondence with internal and external partners.
• Manages multiple priorities and adapts effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment.

The following skills and attributes are preferred:

• Brings experience with vendor invoice management automated workflows, including Vendor Invoice Management (VIM).