AP Specialist

Position: Contract AP Specialist
Let Vaco recruiters advocate for you! We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team on a temporary-to-hire basis. This role is responsible for processing invoices, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the overall accounts payable function. The ideal candidate will have experience with 3-way matching and a strong understanding of accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

Process high-volume invoices accurately and in a timely manner Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices Verify and reconcile discrepancies, resolving issues with vendors and internal departments Maintain accurate and organized financial records Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Qualifications:

Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts payable experience

Experience with 3-way matching required Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software Work Environment:
Office-based role with standard business hours Collaborative team environment Vaco by Highspring is a specialized talent solutions and staffing division of Highspring, a global professional services organization focused on accounting, technology, and HR. It provides contract staffing, direct hire, and executive search services to help businesses secure skilled professionals for specialized roles. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer:
Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied.

Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

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