[Hiring] Accounts Payable Specialist @Apex Southeast Regional Co

Role Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Accounts Payable Specialist (1099 contractor) to support our AP operations for the Apex Region. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment and enjoys working independently with high visibility. This role is ideal for someone who values flexibility, autonomy, and impact, while partnering closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate financial operations.

As our AP Specialist, you will support and execute accounts payable operations, including:

• Manage the end-to-end AP process from invoice receipt through payment
• Review, code, and enter invoices accurately and in compliance with accounting policies
• Ensure invoices are routed and approved in a timely manner
• Maintain vendor relationships, including onboarding and maintenance
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Process and reconcile credit card transactions
• Execute regular check runs and electronic payments
• Record manual payments and maintain accurate records in accounting systems (Intacct preferred)
• Support Positive Pay processes within banking platform
• Perform monthly reconciliations (AP subledger, credit cards, etc.)
• Collaborate with accounting leadership on month-end close
• Assist with year-end audit support and 1099 preparation
• Prepare and file sales & use tax returns
• Provide required documentation (W-9s, COIs, etc.) to vendors and partners
• Communicate proactively with leadership on issues or improvements

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Accounts Payable experience (full-cycle highly preferred)
• Strong knowledge of invoice coding, reconciliations, and payment processing
• Experience with accounting systems (Intacct a plus)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Proven track record managing high-volume AP in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• A strong communicator (written & verbal)
• Resourceful and solution-oriented
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines independently
• Collaborative but comfortable operating autonomously
• Committed to accuracy, integrity, and accountability
• Proactive, responsive, and results-driven

Benefits

• Flexible, 1099 contractor arrangement
• Opportunity for long-term partnership with a growing organization
• High visibility with leadership and direct impact on financial operations
• Remote-friendly environment (if applicable)
• Consistent, ongoing workload with autonomy in execution