Accounts Payable Specialist II

Your role in our success:

The Accounts Payable Specialist II is an experienced role responsible for independently processing vendor invoices and performing moderately complex accounts payable activities within established policies and procedures. This position handles higher-volume and more complex invoices, resolves recurring discrepancies, and serves as a knowledgeable resource for vendors and internal stakeholders. The Specialist II plays an active role in system transitions, process improvements, and month-end close activities while maintaining strong accuracy, compliance, and service standards.

What you'll be working on:

• Independently perform day-to-day AP activities utilizing Epicor (Legacy) and SAP S/4HANA.
• Process high volumes of PO and non-PO invoices with accurate GL and cost center coding.
• Perform three-way matching and proactively resolve discrepancies related to pricing, quantities, taxes, freight, or receiving.
• Prepare, review, and schedule vendor payments (checks, ACH, wires).
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve missing or outstanding invoices with minimal supervision.
• Respond independently to vendor and internal inquiries.
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals, aging review, reconciliations, and report validation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements (if applicable), and audit standards.
• Support ERP enhancements, invoice automation tools, and system upgrades.
• Identify and recommend process improvements and workflow enhancements.
• Create and maintain AP documentation and training materials.
• Provide informal guidance and knowledge sharing to AP Specialist I team members.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, Receiving, and Finance.

Who you are:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent; college coursework in accounting or finance preferred
• Experience: Three (3) to five (5) years of Accounts Payable or related accounting experience
• License: Standard Driver's License
• Certification: None required; relevant certifications or advanced AP/SAP training preferred
• Strong understanding of procure-to-pay (P2P) and accounting principles.
• Ability to independently resolve complex invoice discrepancies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, including SAP FI-AP.
• Understanding of AP's impact on financial reporting and month-end close.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume environment.
• Intermediate Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Knowledge of internal controls and audit support requirements.
• Continuous improvement mindset.

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What's in it for you? Joining the CUC team will get you:

• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may emailcareers@chpk.com