Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy accounting team in Birmingham, Alabama. This Long-term Contract position will focus on high-volume invoice entry and payment processing in a fast-paced environment, with daily invoice volume ranging from approximately 100 to 300 items. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable experience, works well in a structured team setting, and can quickly adapt to established workflows and tools.

Responsibilities:

- Enter and review a high volume of vendor invoices with accuracy and attention to coding details.

- Process accounts payable transactions efficiently to help maintain timely payment cycles.

- Match invoice information to supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies when needed.

- Assist with payment activities, including ACH transactions and check run preparation.

- Apply correct account coding to invoices in accordance with company procedures and accounting standards.

- Use accounting and invoice-processing systems such as JD Edwards, Perceptive, Integra, or similar platforms to manage daily tasks.

- Coordinate with the controller and accounting team to keep workflows organized during periods of increased volume.

- Support general accounts payable operations while following training, instructions, and established internal processes. Requirements - Prior experience in accounts payable with a strong understanding of invoice entry and payment processing.

- Ability to manage high-volume workloads while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

- Experience with account coding and coding invoices in an accounting environment.

- Familiarity with ACH processing and check run support.

- Proficiency with ERP or invoice management systems such as JD Edwards, Perceptive, Integra, or comparable software.

- Background in materials-related accounts payable is preferred.

- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, detail-focused office setting.

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