Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Austin, Texas on a Contract basis. This position focuses on processing vendor payments accurately, maintaining organized financial records, and supporting day-to-day invoice workflows with a high level of attention to detail. The ideal candidate will be comfortable handling payment activity, applying proper coding, and helping ensure timely completion of accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign accurate general ledger coding before processing
• Manage accounts payable transactions from receipt through payment while maintaining accuracy and compliance with internal controls
• Prepare and process ACH payments and check runs according to established schedules and approval requirements
• Reconcile invoice and payment records to identify discrepancies and resolve issues with vendors or internal stakeholders
• Maintain organized documentation for invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness
• Communicate with vendors and cross-functional teams to answer payment inquiries and address outstanding items
• Monitor payment deadlines to help ensure obligations are completed on time and without unnecessary delays