Accounts Payable Specialist Camden, DE

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join an onsite finance team in Camden, Delaware. This long-term contract opportunity is suited for someone who can step in quickly, manage high-volume invoice activity with accuracy, and work closely with purchasing and receiving partners to keep payments moving smoothly. The role supports day-to-day accounts payable operations while also contributing to reconciliations, month-end activities, and process improvements across the department.

Responsibilities:

• Manage incoming vendor invoices from electronic and paper sources, verify completeness, and enter them accurately into the accounting workflow.

• Review purchase order invoices using a three-way match process to confirm alignment among invoices, receipts, and purchase orders before payment is issued.

• Coordinate with purchasing and shipping/receiving teams to resolve quantity, pricing, or receipt discrepancies that prevent timely processing.

• Prepare vouchers and payment documentation, support weekly disbursement activity in line with cash planning, and assist with check distribution and related approvals.

• Respond to supplier questions, reconcile vendor statements, and investigate outstanding issues to maintain accurate account balances.

• Maintain records related to 1099 reporting and support month-end accounts payable accruals and other close activities.

• Work with automated invoice tools and ERP processes to address transactions that require manual follow-up or exception handling.

• Provide backup assistance for accounts receivable tasks, including support for customer payment posting and related financial transactions.

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounts payable and cash disbursement procedures while following established operating practices.