Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

We are looking for a Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in the Fox Valley. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings hands-on accounts payable experience, works well with high invoice volume, and maintains strong accuracy in day-to-day processing. The person in this role will help keep payment operations organized and efficient while contributing to ongoing workload assessment within the department.

Responsibilities:

- Process a steady flow of vendor invoices with close attention to accuracy, completeness, and timeliness

- Review invoices and assign correct accounting codes before entering them into the system

- Prepare and support check runs to ensure vendors are paid according to established schedules

- Verify invoice details against supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies when needed

- Maintain organized payable records and documentation for audit readiness and internal reference

- Communicate with internal teams and suppliers to answer payment-related questions and follow up on outstanding items

- Assist the department in improving accounts payable workflows and evaluating overall processing capacity

Requirements - Previous experience in accounts payable within a high-volume processing environment

- Ability to code invoices accurately and consistently using established accounting guidelines

- Familiarity with check run procedures and general payable payment cycles

- Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data entry and document review

- Comfortable managing multiple invoices and priorities in a part-time support role

- Proficiency with standard office systems and accounting software; experience with organization-specific AP tools is a plus

- Dependable communication skills and the ability to work effectively with finance staff and vendors

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