Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurately processing vendor invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining proper documentation in accordance with company policies and accounting standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong vendor relationships and supporting the finance team's overall efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review and verify invoices and payment requests for accuracy and proper authorization.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts.
• Enter and process invoices in the accounting system.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organized records of all AP transactions.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and communicate payment status.
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Associate's degree with 2+ years of relevant professional experience
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with 3-way matching and invoice approval workflows.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Great Plains, SAP, or Oracle.
• Tourism industry experience.

The RESPECT Service System

The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower's mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.