Mariah Castle

Accounts Payable professional with 11 years of experience managing high-volume invoice processing, vendor relations, account reconciliations, payment administration, and month-end support. Experienced in NetSuite, Sage, Excel reporting, vendor maintenance, audit support, and resolving complex invoice discrepancies. Recognized for accuracy, process efficiency, and building strong relationships across vendors and internal departments.

Seeking to leverage extensive AP expertise in a senior-level Accounts Payable role.

Accounts Payable Specialist - Empire Auto Parts - Charlotte, NC

(2023-12 - 2026-04)

• Owned end-to-end Accounts Payable operations, including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliation with minimal oversight
• Processed 2,000+ invoices monthly through NetSuite while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and timely approvals
• Managed domestic and international inventory invoices, ensuring accurate vendor payments and proper cost tracking
• Served as primary AP contact, resolving vendor discrepancies and maintaining strong vendor relationships
• Reconciled vendor statements and supported resolution of outstanding balances and discrepancies
• Assisted in maintaining internal controls and supporting audit requirements for accounts payable processes
• Supported month-end close activities for a multi-location operation
• Utilized Excel tools including VLOOKUPs and pivot tables for reporting and reconciliation support

Accounts Payable Specialist - Vector Fleet Management - Charlotte, NC

(2015-06 - 2023-12)

• Processed 100+ invoices daily while ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and timely approvals in compliance with accounting policies
• Coded invoices and maintained records in Sage 500, ensuring organized and audit-ready documentation
• Managed accounts payable activities for 50+ vendors, supporting consistent and timely payment processing
• Collaborated cross-functionally to improve AP workflows and strengthen vendor payment processes
• Supported AP/Finance team with administrative and operational tasks, contributing to efficient department operations
• Identified and implemented process improvements to reduce manual inefficiencies and improve productivity
• Executed full-cycle AP functions including invoice receipt, coding, approvals, check processing, and employee expense reimbursements
• Assisted in onboarding and training new hires during periods of team growth and operational scaling

B.S. - Psychology - Fisk University (2021-05)