Accounts Payable Specialist - Bradenton, FL

Description

At CS&L CPAs, you'll join a respected firm with over 70 years of trusted service to Southwest Florida, built on a legacy of integrity, expertise, and client success. As a full-service public accounting firm, we provide diverse opportunities to grow your career while making a meaningful impact by helping individuals, businesses, and organizations navigate financial challenges and achieve their goals.

If you're looking for a collaborative team that values professional development, long-term relationships, and excellence, CS&L CPAs is the place to build your future.

Why CS&L?

We know talented professionals have options, so we invest in creating a workplace where you can build a rewarding career while maintaining a life outside of work.

• Work flexibility
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (2 medical plans available)
• Group Life, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Benefits including: Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Telehealth Services, Additional Life Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Program
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• CPA Exam Bonus Program
• Mentorship & Business Development Program
• CS&L Cares Program – Supporting our team members and communities when they need it most

Where You'll Work 

This position requires an onsite presence at our beautiful downtown Bradenton office. As an integral member of our team, you will be collaborating closely with colleagues in a dynamic office environment. While we value flexibility and work-life balance, we are excited to welcome someone who thrives in a collaborative in-person setting and shares our commitment to excellence.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist with a minimum of 3 years of hands-on AP experience, specifically managing high-volume processing of $10+ million annually. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, organized, and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage complex AP operations from start to finish.

If you enjoy keeping processes organized, following up to ensure nothing slips through the cracks, and playing a key role in accurate financial reporting — we’d love to meet you!
What You'll Do The Accounts Payable Specialist will support full-cycle accounts payable and assist with broader accounting functions. This individual should be comfortable handling full-charge bookkeeping responsibilities, including accounts payable, billings/revenues, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage three shared email inboxes related to accounts payable
• Process invoices using Bill.com
• Retrieve and organize statements and mail for 48 locations
• Cross-check spreadsheets and reconcile data against Bill.com records
• Prepare and execute weekly payment runs
• Cut and distribute checks
• Pull invoices directly from vendor websites as needed
• Set up new vendors in the accounting system
• Ensure proper collection and understanding of 1099 documentation and reporting requirements
• Follow up with internal team members for invoice approvals (strong follow-up skills are essential)
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Assist with billings and revenue tracking
• Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting records
• Utilize basic Excel functions for tracking and reconciliation

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of high-volume accounts payable experience (processing $10M+ annually preferred)
• At least 2+ years of general accounting experience
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience managing multiple workflows and approvals
• Ability to follow up consistently and communicate effectively across departments
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Bill.com, Sage Intacct, and ADP (strong plus)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Experience with full-charge bookkeeping and financial statement preparation