Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (Hourly)

Location: Hybrid – Blairsville, PA
Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. EST
Pay: $16.00–$20.00 per hour

About IE

Are you passionate about making a difference through your work? At Instructional Empowerment, we are on a mission to eradicate generational poverty through education. Our vision-driven organization prioritizes professionalism, integrity, and collaboration as we strive to create lasting impact.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support accurate and timely accounts payable operations. This role focuses on invoice processing, vendor support, reconciliations, reporting, and process improvement within a fast-paced finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, code, and enter invoices and check requests.

• Match invoices to expenses, POs, and contracts.

• Process ACH, wire, electronic payments, and check runs.

• Maintain vendor records and resolve billing or payment inquiries.

• Reconcile AP transactions and assist with month-end close.

• Prepare 1099s and support audits.

• Administer Concur (user setup, training, expense reporting).

• Identify opportunities to improve and automate AP processes.

• Perform fraud prevention and internal controls.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 2+ years of accounts payable or accounting experience.

• Proficiency in Excel and Outlook.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business.

• Experience in a fast-paced or high-growth environment.

• Experience with Concur or similar systems.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance for you and your dependents.

• 15 days PTO , 8 paid holidays , and 2 floating holidays .

• 401(k) with 4% company match .

• Comprehensive onboarding and a supportive team environment.

Ready to Empower?
If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with a team dedicated to transforming lives through education, apply today! Let’s work together to shape a brighter future.