Accounts Payable Specialist Resume Guide

Proficient Accounts Payable Specialist with 5+ years of experience managing accounts payable for small and medium-sized businesses. Experienced in all areas of the AP cycle, including invoice entry, payments processing, reconciliations and journal entries. At XYZ Company achieved 99% accuracy rate on account reconciliation tasks over a three year period. Highly organized individual who is able to efficiently manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Amicable accounts payable specialist with 7+ years of experience in all aspects of accounts payable and invoicing. At XYZ, managed processing for over 300 vendors while maintaining a 99% accuracy rate on invoice payments. Received the “Employee Excellence” award for reducing annual costs by $15,000 through vendor negotiations. Skilled at creating detailed reports to help business leaders make informed decisions about financial matters.

Energetic and detail-oriented accounts payable specialist with 6+ years of experience in financial operations. Proven record of efficiently managing invoices, payments, and vendor relationships to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Seeking to join ABC Corporation where I can use my expertise to streamline the AP process and maximize efficiency. At XYZ Company, reduced invoice processing time by 45% within 3 months on the job.

Detail-oriented accounts payable specialist with 5+ years of experience in financial operations. Experienced in accounts receivable, bank reconciliation and auditing activities for medium-sized companies. At XYZ Corporation, successfully managed multiple projects at once to ensure timely payments and accurate records keeping. Demonstrated expertise in creating reports on various fiscal matters using Microsoft Excel.

Skilled accounts payable specialist with 8+ years of experience in various accounting roles. Bringing a track record of successful payment processing, account reconciliations, budgeting and financial forecasting for medium-sized organizations. Seeking to join ABC Company as an Accounts Payable Specialist and use my knowledge and expertise to drive the efficient flow of payments within the organization.

Passionate accounts payable specialist with 7+ years of experience processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and resolving discrepancies. Proven track record of controlling expenses within budget while ensuring accurate payments to vendors. Looking for a role at ABC Corporation where I can leverage my expertise in streamlining processes and improving efficiency through automation.

Talented accounts payable specialist with 5+ years of experience in financial administration and accounts receivable. Proven record of successfully managing high-volume payments, streamlining processes to ensure accuracy, and consistently improving overall efficiency. Seeking to bring the same level of expertise and dedication to ABC Tech as an Accounts Payable Specialist.

Seasoned accounts payable specialist with 10+ years of experience streamlining accounts payable processes and reducing costs. Proven track record in increasing invoice processing efficiency by 32%. Highly organized, detail-oriented individual eager to join ABC Company to ensure timely payments and accurate records.

• Prepared and processed 1,000+ invoices per month for accounts payable; reconciled discrepancies and ensured accuracy of all entries to maintain a balanced budget.
• Developed an efficient document tracking system that reduced manual data entry time by 40%, saving the company $20,000 in labor costs annually.
• Filed all financial records accurately and kept sensitive information secure according to company policies and procedures; eliminated errors related to misfiling or lost documents by 95%.
• Compiled accurate monthly reports on account payables activities with supporting documentation such as vendor contracts, purchase orders, etc.; regularly updated management on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Actively monitored cash flow against commitments made within each department while coordinating payment schedules across multiple vendors; successfully avoided penalties/late fees due to timely payments every month.

• Assessed and processed over 500 invoices per month, ensuring accuracy of data and timely payment to vendors.
• Advised finance team on best practices for accounts payable procedures; implemented new process which resulted in a 25% decrease in processing time for all payments.
• Thoroughly reviewed purchase orders and vendor contracts prior to authorizing any payments; identified $15,000 worth of fraudulent activity within the first 6 months of review period.
• Analyzed financial statements monthly to ensure integrity of account balances; proactively resolved discrepancies with suppliers before they became an issue or caused loss to company funds.
• Coordinated with multiple departments across organization (including procurement, logistics & legal) as part of invoice resolution activities while maintaining excellent customer service throughout entire process cycle duration.

• Streamlined accounts payable process by implementing a new automated invoice system, resulting in reduced processing time of invoices from 3 days to less than 24 hours.
• Generated weekly and monthly financial reports for upper management that accurately tracked accounts payables transactions totaling over $1 million per month.
• Consistently maintained vendor payment records with 100% accuracy while managing more than 500 open/closed purchase orders each day.
• Reduced the total amount paid out in late fees on purchases by 20%, through proactive monitoring of supplier contracts and timely payments made to vendors every week ahead of schedule deadlines.
• Monitored incoming accounts receivable payments daily, ensuring all customer invoices were recorded correctly and promptly resolved any discrepancies within 48 hours or earlier if needed.

• Successfully processed over 200 accounts payable transactions totaling $700,000+ per month, ensuring that all payments were accurate and on time.
• Improved accounts payable processes by implementing system enhancements which resulted in an 18% reduction of errors and discrepancies.
• Reported financial data to upper management regarding the accuracy of vendor invoices and payment schedules; identified potential areas for cost savings through negotiating better terms with vendors.
• Reviewed purchase orders against supplier invoices to verify product delivery information before processing payments; resolved any discrepancies within 48 hours or less for timely completion of monthly closing procedures.
• Introduced new technologies such as electronic invoice processing system (EIPS) into existing accounting operations, streamlining processes while improving compliance adherence levels by 20%.

• Utilized accounting software to process 500+ accounts payable transactions per month, ensuring that all payments were accurate and timely.
• Spearheaded the implementation of a new accounts payable system which increased processing efficiency by 20% while improving accuracy levels by 10%.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills when liaising with vendors regarding invoice discrepancies, resolving an average of 25 disputes monthly.
• Structured payment plans for overdue invoices in order to collect $25K worth of unpaid balances within 3 months; improved vendor relations through prompt follow-ups and dispute resolution efforts.
• Meticulously reviewed each transaction before entering into ledger books or submitting for final approval, limiting errors down to 0%.

• Diligently processed over 500 accounts payable transactions per week, ensuring accuracy and timely payments of invoices.
• Calculated all vendor invoice discounts and negotiated payment terms to reduce the company’s annual expenses by 6%.
• Resolved discrepancies between supplier statements and internal records and obtained missing information in order to maintain accurate account balances for audit purpose.
• Organized electronic files, paper documents & reports related to accounts payable activities while adhering strictly to established procedures & accounting standards; reduced filing time by 25%.
• Mentored junior staff members on proper accounts payable processes, resulting in a 50% improvement in their productivity within 3 months of training period.

• Reorganized accounts payable process for all vendors, resulting in a 25% decrease in late payments and an overall improvement of payment accuracy.
• Updated vendor files on a weekly basis to ensure that all information was accurate; reduced manual errors by over 40%.
• Processed up to 200 invoices per day while ensuring strict adherence to company policies and procedures; achieved 100% accuracy rate during the last quarter.
• Reconciled accounts payable statement with general ledger every month and immediately identified discrepancies, enabling resolution within 48 hours or less at times.
• Effectively communicated with vendors regarding billing issues or invoice disputes and successfully resolved 80% of inquiries within 24 hours on average.

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Educational Institution XYZ
Nov 2011

Certified Accounts Payable Associate (CAPA)
American Accounts Pay
May 2017