Accounts Payable Associate

Job Title:Accounting Administrative Associate/Accounts Payable Associate
Location:Kernersville, NC
Duration:13 Months contract

Job Summary

The Accounts Payable Associate is responsible for processing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate records, and supporting timely and accurate payments. This role requires close collaboration with Purchasing, Receiving, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure compliance with company policies. Experience with SAP is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensure three-way match between purchase order, goods receipt, and invoice
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries
• Maintain vendor master data and ensure proper documentation
• Prepare and process payment runs
• Support month-end close by providing information for accruals and reconciliations
• Assist with audits by supplying documentation and explanations as required
• Adhere to internal controls, company policies, and accounting procedures

Required Skills

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• 3+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience
• Experience using SAP strongly preferred
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a manufacturing or high-volume invoice environment
• Familiarity with purchase orders, cost centers, and general ledger (GL) coding

Team-oriented with a proactive approach to issue resolution

Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.