Accounts Payable Specialist

Tamaqua Mid-level Accounting

At a glance

Mid-level Accounting role at ALTANA. Tamaqua · no salary stated · we estimate $76,175–$135,000 across the United States.

Estimated pay

ALTANA has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$76,175 – $135,000

What the middle half of mid-level accounting roles in the United States paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 1,403 postings that stated pay, median $104,900. Last updated Oct 29, 2026.

RoleAccounting

SeniorityMid-level

LocationTamaqua

PostedSep 10, 2026

Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Check vendor invoices for correct coding and approval, then match them with purchase orders and receiving records
Keep vendor records current and resolve supplier questions about invoice or payment discrepancies
Reconcile vendor statements, investigate open items, and prepare requested audit documents and reports
Run requested accounts payable reports and cover payment runs for the senior specialist
Work with purchasing and receiving teams to address invoice issues and improve processing efficiency

What you bring

An associate degree in accounting, finance or a related field
One to three years of accounts payable, accounting or related financial work
Working familiarity with SAP or a comparable ERP, plus automated workflow and document systems
Skill with Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

Who this fits

This mid-level role suits someone with early accounts payable or related finance experience who can manage competing tasks and deadlines. You should be comfortable working at a computer for extended periods and occasionally lifting files or office materials weighing up to twenty pounds.

From the employer

Your responsibilities

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the organization's accounts payable function by accurately processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payments. This position requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while adhering to company policies and internal controls.

Essential Functions

Review, verify, and process vendor invoices for accuracy, proper approvals, and coding.
Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documentation.
Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documentation.
Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies in a timely manner.
Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding items.
Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls.
Support annual audits by preparing requested documentation and reports.
Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, and other departments to resolve invoice-related issues.
Act as backup to the Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for processing payment runs.
Generate and analyze accounts payable reports as requested.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.

Your profile

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
1 to 3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or related financial experience.
Working knowledge of SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
Experience with automated workflow and document management systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
Occasional lifting of files or office materials up to 20 pounds.