Accounts Payable Analyst

Description

• Communicating with vendors to ensure that invoices are accurate and compliant with company guidelines
• Matching invoices to transaction system(s) to ensure that all transactions are recorded correctly
• Prepare check requests for payment of bills & invoices
• Research payment terms and interest rates of vendors to determine payment strategies
• Reviewing invoices for accuracy and documentation requirements
• Obtaining signoffs required to pay vendors
• Coding of invoices to ensure appropriate accounting treatment
• Determining which invoices should be paid first and priority handling
• Coordinating with accounting staff to ensure that payments are processed correctly
• Coordinating with teams in front and middle office.
• Monthly reporting & reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts and vendor accounts
• Key Metric:
  Delivering process improvements and efficiency and improving quality of analysis
• Ensure sound business process and controls are in place and ensure best practices as communicated and shared with team members
• Modify, redesign & implement processes to meet complex organizational requirements
• Document processes
• Development and maintenance of financial analysis reports and tools to track performance versus market benchmarks, forecasts and budgets
• Develop quantitative and qualitative explanations of operational results for discussion

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $27.92 - $34.06/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus, OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.