Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Charlotte, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment, quickly assess current workflows, and help reduce a backlog of vendor invoices with minimal ramp-up time. The role requires strong hands-on experience in full-cycle accounts payable processing, including accurate invoice entry and coding in Sage.

Candidates who are detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to contribute immediately will be well suited for this assignment.

Responsibilities:

- Process a high volume of outstanding vendor invoices efficiently and accurately to support timely backlog reduction.

- Enter payable transactions into Sage while ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.

- Review and assign general ledger codes to invoices in accordance with internal accounting practices.

- Prepare and support ACH payments and check runs to help maintain on-time disbursements.

- Investigate invoice discrepancies and work with internal contacts or vendors to resolve payment issues promptly.

- Learn established accounts payable procedures quickly and begin handling day-to-day tasks with limited supervision.

- Maintain organized payment records and supporting files to promote audit readiness and reporting accuracy. Requirements - Proven experience in accounts payable, including high-volume invoice processing.

- Hands-on proficiency with Sage is required.

- Strong background in invoice coding and account coding.

- Experience supporting ACH transactions and check payment cycles.

- Ability to understand processes quickly and contribute with minimal training.

- High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.

- Strong communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented work style.

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