AP Specialist at Cherry Bekaert in Richmond, VA

Job description

• Cherry Bekaert Recruiting & Staffing is partnering with a growing Richmond-based organization seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a fast-paced corporate accounting department. This hybrid opportunity is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys managing high-volume AP processes while contributing to overall accounting operations.
• The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and experience working within a structured corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Review invoice coding and approval workflows
• Manage weekly payment runs, ACH transactions, and check processing
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain vendor records and documentation
• Support expense report processing and credit card reconciliations
• Assist with month-end close activities related to AP
• Partner with internal departments and external vendors to resolve payment issues
• Help improve processes and strengthen internal controls

Requirements

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience
• Experience in a corporate accounting environment preferred
• ERP system experience such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Workday, or similar
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Skills

Required

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Stable organization with long-term growth potential
• Exposure to a collaborative finance and accounting team
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational excellence