Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. UniGroup is a leader in the moving and logistics industry, seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payment processing across multiple business lines. The role involves auditing invoices, resolving payment issues, and maintaining financial records while collaborating with various internal teams and vendors.
Responsibilities
- Audit and process invoices, vendor payments, reimbursements, and journal entries while ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and account reconciliations
- Serve as a point of contact for escalated vendor, agent, and internal payment inquiries
- Partner with Operations, Carrier Management, and other teams to validate invoices and support accurate financial transactions
- Review transportation-related invoices using purchase orders, delivery documentation, pricing agreements, and tariffs
- Maintain vendor records and ensure financial data is accurate across systems and reports
- Support testing of system enhancements and identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes
- Share knowledge, provide training as needed, and contribute to continuous process improvement
Skills
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- 3 to 5 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial operations experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex payment issues
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and customer service skills when working with internal and external partners
- Experience processing transportation, logistics, carrier, or freight-related invoices
- Knowledge of three-way matching, invoice reconciliation, and vendor payment processes
- Familiarity with transportation pricing agreements, tariffs, or National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) standards
- Experience with ERP, accounts payable, or transportation management systems
- Experience supporting system testing, process improvements, or training team members
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off, holidays, and personal leave
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture within a respected leader in the moving and logistics industry
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