Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

**Work Arrangement:** Remote Position Overview The Senior Accounts Payable Specialist plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payment processing across multiple business lines while supporting the financial operations that keep UniGroup moving. This position is responsible for auditing invoices, processing payments, resolving complex payment issues, and maintaining accurate financial records while partnering with internal teams, agents, and vendors. This role serves as a subject matter expert for accounts payable processes, handling escalated inquiries, troubleshooting payment discrepancies, reconciling financial data, and helping improve systems and workflows. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to collaborate across departments to ensure accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service. What You'll Do * 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 What We're Looking For Required * 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 Nice to Have * 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 \& Work Environment * Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) retirement plan with company match * Generous paid time off, holi