Accounts Payable Specialist | $24.00–$25.00/hr | Huntsville, AL

Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply!

Pay: $24.00/hour, increasing to $25.00/hour after 90 days
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (in-office)
Location: Trident Security Corporate Office – Huntsville, AL
Job Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Why Trident?

At Trident Security, we don’t just protect what matters; we build careers that matter. As a growing leader in Tier-1 security services, we are powered by a team that values honesty, excellence, and superior service. Join a Corporate Accounting team where your precision is noticed, your work is essential, and your contributions directly support a mission-driven organization.

If you take pride in clean books, organized vendor records, and getting the details right the first time, we want to meet you.

Job Summary

Trident Security is seeking an experienced and detail-driven Accounts Payable Specialist to join our Corporate Office in Huntsville, Alabama. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, accuracy-focused professional with a proven track record of managing high-volume, full-cycle accounts payable in a corporate environment. This role requires strong skills in invoice processing, vendor management, account reconciliation, and month-end close support.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices, maintaining clean vendor records, supporting audit and compliance requirements, and contributing to the financial health of the company. The successful candidate must be proficient in ERP and accounting platform usage, possess strong working knowledge of GAAP as it applies to accounts payable, and demonstrate the ability to represent Trident Security in a professional and positive manner with vendors and internal stakeholders.

What You’ll Do (Essential Duties)

• Process high-volume vendor invoices end-to-end, including receipt, coding, approval routing, and payment.
• Perform 3-way match against purchase orders and receiving documentation; resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Execute weekly check, ACH, and wire payment runs in accordance with company policy.
• Onboard new vendors, collect and verify W-9 documentation, and maintain accurate vendor master data.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve aged or disputed items.
• Support month-end close with AP accruals.
• Process employee expense reports and company credit card expenses.
• Partner with project managers and operations on proper invoice coding and job costing.
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries with a professional, customer-service mindset.
• Assist with documenting and improving AP workflows and internal controls.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of full-cycle accounts payable experience in a corporate setting.
• Significant experience using ERP or accounting platforms to process invoices, manage vendor records, and support reporting.
• Strong working knowledge of GAAP as it relates to accounts payable and accruals.
• Demonstrated experience managing high invoice volume without sacrificing accuracy.
• Experience with vendor compliance requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a background check, including credit report.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet recurring deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise confidentiality with sensitive financial data.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Advanced time management and organizational skills.

Working Environment and Physical Requirements

• Prolonged hours working on a computer. At least 85% of your time will be spent working with ERP, accounting, and Excel-based systems (invoice processing, reconciliations, reporting, vendor communication, etc.).
• Primarily an in-office role with limited travel.
• May be required to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
• May be required to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.

Reporting Structure

The Accounts Payable Specialist is a full-time non-exempt role that reports directly to the Accounting Manager for functional guidance and direction, and to the Corporate Operations Manager for supervisory and administrative support.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Short/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Values

• Do everything with honesty and integrity.
• Achieve excellence in every job.
• Provide superior customer and employee service.
• Secure our customers’ operational and technical goals.

Ready to Apply?

If you are a detail-driven AP professional ready to bring your expertise to a growing, values-led company, submit your application today. We review candidates on a rolling basis.

Trident Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and former law enforcement personnel are strongly encouraged to apply.