Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support daily payables operations for a busy accounting team in Deer Park, Texas. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who takes pride in accuracy, keeps financial records organized, and can manage payment activity with consistency and professionalism. The person in this role will help ensure invoices are reviewed properly, vendors are supported promptly, and disbursements are completed on schedule.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices for completeness, accuracy, and proper approval before entering them into the payment workflow.

- Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to support accurate financial reporting and cost tracking.

- Process accounts payable transactions efficiently while maintaining organized documentation and audit-ready records.

- Coordinate ACH payments and assist with scheduled check runs to ensure vendors are paid within established timelines.

- Communicate with vendors to resolve billing questions, payment discrepancies, and account status inquiries in a timely manner.

- Reconcile payable records against supporting documentation and identify issues that require correction or follow-up.

- Partner with accounting staff to maintain smooth month-end close support related to invoice processing and payment activity. Requirements - Experience working in accounts payable with a strong understanding of invoice handling and payment processing.

- Ability to code invoices accurately and apply appropriate account allocations.

- Practical knowledge of ACH transactions and check run procedures.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of financial documents accurately.

- Effective organizational skills and the ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal accounting teams.

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