Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy accounting team on a contract basis. This role will support day-to-day accounts payable operations, processing a high volume of invoices while ensuring accuracy, timely payments, and excellent vendor communication. The ideal candidate has strong AP experience, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is comfortable handling invoice processing from receipt through payment.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: Onsite

• Process approximately 50 invoices per day with a high degree of accuracy.
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Process receiving transactions and ensure supporting documentation is complete.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries related to invoices and payments.
• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and supporting documentation.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel to organize, reconcile, and analyze accounts payable data.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely invoice approvals and payment processing.
• Support additional accounts payable and accounting functions as needed.

• 3+ years of dedicated Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience processing high-volume invoices in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of three-way matching.
• Experience working directly with vendors to resolve invoice and payment issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Manufacturing, distribution, or industrial industry experience is a plus.