Accounts Payable Assistant

Title: Accounts Payable Associate (Entry-Level)

Location: Charlotte, NC or Manhattan, NY

Onsite, M-F 8-5

Employment Type: Contract / Temporary

A mid-size financial services organization is seeking an entry-level Accounts Payable Associate to support its finance team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone early in their accounting or finance career who is detail-oriented, organized, and eager to gain hands-on experience in a high-volume corporate environment.

You will assist with processing vendor payments, supporting weekly check runs, and ensuring the accuracy of financial records while collaborating with internal teams and external vendors.

• Process vendor invoices and ensure accurate coding to appropriate GL accounts
• Assist with weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, wires) and ensure timely vendor payments
• Perform three-way matching (invoice, PO, and receipt) where applicable
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, returned checks, and outstanding payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding items
• Maintain accurate vendor records and support vendor onboarding
• Assist with month-end close activities related to Accounts Payable
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships
• Ensure compliance with internal accounting policies and audit requirements
• Support documentation and record retention for financial transactions

• 0–2 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Accounting, or Finance support
• Basic understanding of AP processes, invoice processing, and reconciliations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (sorting, filtering, basic formulas)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong communication skills for vendor and internal stakeholder interaction

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Workday, People Soft, etc.)
• Exposure to high-volume invoice processing environments
• Internship or prior experience in accounting operations