Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist

Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist for our non-profit client. This role will be responsible for full-cycle accounts payable processing, employee expense report management, and bi-weekly payroll administration for approximately 75 employees. The ideal candidate is highly organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple systems.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process vendor invoices, credit memos, and payments accurately and timely.
• Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring proper coding and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain vendor records and support vendor onboarding, compliance, and communication.
• Assist with AP accruals and provide support during month-end close.
• Prepare and support the issuance of annual 1099 forms.
• Provide documentation and support for internal and external audit requests.

Payroll

• Process bi-weekly payroll for ~75 employees.
• Review timecards, deductions, and payroll changes to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate with HR on new hires, terminations, changes, and payroll-related updates.
• Prepare payroll journal entries and reconcile payroll-related accounts.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support year-end reporting.

Systems

Experience with the following systems is helpful but not required:

• Sage Intacct
• Bill.com
• ADP

Training will be provided for candidates with strong aptitude and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, or a related finance role.
• Strong understanding of AP workflows, expense policies, and payroll processing.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Excel and comfort working with multiple software systems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

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