Accounts Payable Specialist

E.L. Blake Corporation is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its accounting and financial operations at the corporate office in Columbus, Georgia. The role processes vendor invoices and employee expenses, maintains vendor information and financial records, and coordinates with vendors and internal departments to resolve discrepancies and support compliance activities.

What you'll do:

• Process vendor invoices, employee expense reports, and related accounts payable transactions accurately and timely
• Set up and maintain vendor and accounts payable information in Deltek Costpoint
• Coordinate with vendors and internal departments to obtain required documentation and resolve routine payment or invoice discrepancies
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation for accounts payable, audits, and compliance activities
• Support Accounting and Contracts with vendor administration, financial documentation, and tracking outstanding accounts payable items through completion

What they're looking for:

• U.S. Citizenship
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1–2 years of accounts payable, accounting, finance, administrative, or related experience; relevant internship or academic experience may be considered
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong organizational, numerical, and attention-to-detail skills
• Ability to review financial and administrative documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to appropriately handle confidential financial and company information
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Previous accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or financial administrative experience
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint or a similar accounting/ERP system
• Experience within a federal government contracting or DoD environment

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions up to 4%
• Responsible Time Off (RTO) program supporting flexibility and work-life balance
• 40 hours of paid sick leave annually
• Paid holidays
• Company-paid basic life insurance