Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Hanover

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Jessup, Maryland on a Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day payable operations by managing high-volume invoice processing, coordinating timely vendor payments, and keeping financial records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in account coding, and the ability to work efficiently while meeting recurring payment deadlines.

Responsibilities:

- Manage a high volume of invoices each week, reviewing documentation carefully before entering transactions into the accounting system.

- Reconcile vendor statements and account activity to resolve discrepancies and help maintain current, accurate balances.

- Execute weekly payment processing, including check runs and electronic payments, while ensuring vendors are paid within established terms.

- Apply appropriate general ledger coding to invoices, freight charges, and related expenses to support accurate financial reporting.

- Maintain organized records for invoices, statements, payment support, and other accounts payable documentation for audit and historical reference.

- Review payable workflows daily, respond to internal and external inquiries, and support timely resolution of billing or payment questions.

- Assist with sales tax reporting, accrual preparation, and supporting schedules needed for month-end and year-end close activities.

- Process employee or sales-related expense reimbursements and help oversee items such as petty cash and other assigned payable functions.

- Support three-way matching activities by preparing invoice and statement documentation and coordinating with purchasing or receiving records.

- Provide backup coverage for assigned full-cycle payable tasks and help maintain vendor-related records across multiple account groups. Requirements - Experience in accounts payable with hands-on responsibility for invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor account reconciliation.

- Working knowledge of account coding principles and the ability to assign expenses accurately within the general ledger.

- Familiarity with ACH transactions, check runs, and invoice entry in an accounting or ERP system.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies, verify supporting documents, and maintain accurate records.

- Ability to organize competing priorities, handle high-volume workloads, and consistently meet payment deadlines.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.

- Sound problem-solving ability, strong attention to detail, and a high level of discretion when handling financial information.

- Proficiency with standard office and spreadsheet tools used to track payable activity and support reporting.

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