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Accounts Payable Specialist
Job Location:
Job Location:
Birmingham, MI - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 41600 - 58000
Yearly Salary:
Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
13 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
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The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for executing full-cycle accounts payable operations in a high-volume detail-oriented environment. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of vendor and policyholder disbursements while maintaining compliance with corporate policies and regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced financial services setting demonstrates strong attention to detail and delivers exceptional service to both internal and external stakeholders.
This position reports to our Birmingham AL office and has in-person requirements as part of a hybrid schedule.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and distribute vendor payments and policyholder disbursement checks including special handling and overnight delivery requests
- Review audit and process expense reimbursement requests for accuracy and compliance with corporate travel and IRS documentation requirements
- Manage manual payment requests by reviewing invoices verifying approvals and entering data into the accounts payable system
- Handle returned checks reissues stop payments and uncashed check processing within disbursement systems
- Perform invoice processing tasks within vendor automation systems including coding assignments PO matching and error resolution
- Print distribute and reconcile payments in accordance with established procedures and timelines
- Respond to internal inquiries and provide high-quality customer service across departments
- Support payment maintenance activities and assist with balancing and distribution processes
- Serve as a backup for team members and assist with additional duties as assigned
Skills Abilities and Knowledge Required:
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial controls
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in high-volume processing environments
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong customer service mindset with the ability to interact professionally across departments
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment
- Proficiency in data entry and use of financial systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to identify discrepancies and resolve issues efficiently
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years of accounting accounts payable or financial services experience in a business environment
- Experience reviewing and processing invoices payments or expense reports
- Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Direct accounts payable experience
- Experience with SAP or vendor invoice automation systems
- Prior experience in insurance or financial services industry
- Familiarity with corporate travel and expense policies
$41600 - $58000 a year
Protectives targeted salary range for this position is $41600 to $58000. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors including but not limited to job location skills and experience. The range listed is just one component of Protectives total compensation package for employees.
The internal title for this position is Specialist II Accounts Payable or Sr. Specialist Accounts Payable based on candidate experience.
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits addition to offering comprehensive health dental and vision insurance we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g. paid time off paid parental leave short-term disability and a cultural observance day).The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards Protectives platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Companys benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability please emailemailprotected. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting retaining and growing an inclusive workforce.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
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