Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a finance team in Castle Rock, Colorado on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help keep payment operations organized and accurate by handling invoice review, reimbursements, and vendor-related follow-up. The position is well suited for someone who works carefully with financial details, communicates effectively across departments, and can manage deadlines in a busy environment.

Responsibilities:

- Process invoices, employee expense reimbursements, per diem requests, and travel-related submissions with a focus on accuracy and timely completion.

- Investigate billing discrepancies by working directly with vendors and internal team members to clarify issues and obtain missing documentation.

- Monitor payment timelines closely to help prevent penalties, delayed disbursements, or unresolved outstanding items.

- Reconcile vendor statements, respond to payment inquiries, and support issue resolution related to open balances.

- Coordinate routine payment activity, including weekly check runs, ACH transactions, wire payments, and manual checks when required.

- Enter ACH and wire details into banking platforms for review and handling by the Treasurer's Department.

- Organize finance records by scanning, indexing, and maintaining supporting documentation for accounts payable transactions.

- Maintain 1099 records, assist with annual reporting through an external filing provider, and support related compliance activities.

- Track purchasing card activity, follow up on missing statements, and update spreadsheets used to support journal entry preparation.

- Manage records tied to uncleared checks and unclaimed property reporting, including vendor outreach, due-diligence correspondence, and coordination with the Treasurer's Office. Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, finance support, or accounting operations.

- Working knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, payment processing, ACH activity, and check runs.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to review financial information thoroughly and accurately.

- Effective communication skills for interacting with suppliers and internal departments regarding payment questions and document discrepancies.

- Ability to balance multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

- Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial software used for transaction processing and record maintenance.

- Experience importing data into Enterprise One is required or strongly valued based on prior system exposure.

- Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.

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