7,167 Senior Accounts Payable Specialist Jobs Nationwide
Accounts payable specialists are responsible for paying invoices on goods and services. Typical duties as an accounts payable specialist include processing invoices, data entry, communication with vendors and working with other accounting staff in providing financial reports.
Skill Sets: Accounts payable specialists need strong math skills. They must be organized, be proficient in both spoken and written communications, and be able to enter data quickly and accurately.
Education:
An Associate's degree or higher in Accounting is preferred for an accounts payable specialist. Equivalent work experience in accounting will sometimes substitute for the educational requirements.
Career Path:
A combination of education and experience will get a foot in the door to becoming an accounts payable specialist. Consider pursuing an Associate's degree in Accounting, at a minimum. Chances for employment improve with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting. Some work experience in an accounts payable department may be required before one is considered a specialist.
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