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Accounts Payable Specialist

AP Specialists ensure timely and accurate vendor payments, maintaining the integrity of outgoing financial transactions. 

Salary Ranges

  • Entry-level professionals with ~1–2 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Process vendor invoices and purchase orders

    • Reconcile payments and vendor accounts

    • Maintain vendor databases

    • Assist with expense reporting

    Autonomy & Decision‑Making
    Operates with supervision, executes standard procedures.

    Tools & Skills

    • ERP systems

    • Excel proficiency

    • Attention to detail

    Ideal For

    • Businesses with growing vendor management needs

  • Experienced professionals with 3–5 years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Oversee AP workflow and invoice tracking

    • Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies

    • Support month-end closing

    • Handle vendor communication

    Autonomy & Decision‑Making
    Works independently, supports process improvements.

    Tools & Skills

    • ERP and AP automation tools

    • Intermediate Excel skills

    Ideal For

    • Teams aiming to optimize AP operations

  • Senior AP experts with 5+ years of experience.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Manage high-volume AP cycles

    • Lead process optimization

    • Ensure tax and policy compliance

    • Support audits

    Autonomy & Decision‑Making
    Full AP ownership and reporting accountability.

    Tools & Skills

    • ERP / AP automation mastery

    • Strong communication and leadership

    Ideal For

    • Companies scaling finance operations

Key Factors that impact Salary and Seniority

  • Experience working with US-based companies

  • Volume of invoices handled

  • Automation exposure

  • Vendor management experience

Alternative names for this role

Payables Clerk

AP Coordinator

Vendor Accounts Specialist

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