Accounts Payable Specialist Milford, Ohio

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Milford, Ohio
Department: Accounting / Finance
Company: Jeff Wyler Automotive Group
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for accurately and efficiently managing the day-to-day accounts payable functions for the Jeff Wyler Automotive Group corporate office. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely vendor payments, resolving invoice discrepancies, and supporting the accounting team with various financial and administrative responsibilities.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, multi-location automotive environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Process and accurately enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.

• Review invoices for proper documentation, coding, approvals, and accuracy.

• Match invoices to purchase orders, receipts, and supporting documentation when applicable.

• Verify vendor statements and reconcile outstanding balances.

• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor inquiries.

• Prepare and process vendor payments in accordance with established payment schedules and company policies.

• Maintain accurate vendor records, including payment information and required documentation.

• Communicate professionally with vendors, dealership locations, and internal departments regarding accounts payable matters.

• Monitor accounts payable aging and assist with maintaining timely payment of obligations.

• Reconcile accounts payable-related general ledger accounts and assist with month-end closing activities.

• Assist with researching and resolving accounting discrepancies.

• Maintain organized electronic and physical AP records and supporting documentation.

• Assist with audits and provide documentation as requested.

• Follow established internal controls and accounting procedures.

• Support other accounting and administrative functions as needed.

Work Environment

This position is based at theJeff Wyler Automotive Group corporate office in Milford, Ohio and operates in a professional office environment. The role requires regular interaction with accounting team members, dealership personnel, vendors, and other corporate departments.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this position means maintaining accurate and organized accounts payable records, processing invoices and payments timely and accurately, resolving issues proactively, and providing dependable support to the broader accounting and finance team.

Jeff Wyler Automotive Group is committed to maintaining a professional, collaborative, and customer-focused workplace where employees can contribute to the continued success of the organization.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Previous accounts payable, accounting, bookkeeping, or related experience preferred.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; accounting coursework or degree preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling financial and vendor information.

• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.

• Experience in an automotive dealership or multi-location business environment is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and accounts payable processes.

• Experience working with accounting or dealership management systems.

• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.

• Comfortable working with large volumes of invoices and financial data.

• Ability to identify discrepancies and follow issues through to resolution.

• Professional and service-oriented approach when working with internal and external partners.