Accounts Payable Specialist

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.