Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice processing and payment activities for a team based in Middleton, Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in reviewing financial documents, and a customer-focused approach when working with vendors and internal stakeholders. The role centers on maintaining accurate payable records, resolving invoice-related issues, and helping ensure timely, well-documented payment workflows.

Responsibilities:

- Process incoming invoices by reviewing documentation, validating details, and preparing items for payment in accordance with established procedures.

- Compare invoices against purchase orders and receiving records to confirm quantities, pricing, and payment eligibility before entry.

- Evaluate non-purchase-order invoices to ensure the appropriate authorizations are secured prior to processing.

- Assign accurate account coding to invoices and vouchers to support proper financial reporting and expense tracking.

- Respond to vendor questions submitted through the shared accounts payable mailbox and follow through on outstanding issues in a timely manner.

- Assist with ACH payments and check run activities by preparing payment information and helping maintain accurate disbursement records.

- Review transactions for completeness and accuracy, identifying discrepancies and coordinating corrections when needed.

- Update procedural guidance related to vouching activities and recurring monthly payments to keep documentation current and useful. Requirements - Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, voucher preparation, and payment processing.

- Working knowledge of account coding principles and the ability to assign financial information accurately.

- Experience matching invoices to purchase orders and receipts while verifying amounts and supporting documentation.

- Familiarity with ACH transactions, check runs, and standard disbursement practices.

- Strong accuracy and organizational skills with close attention to detail in a high-volume environment.

- Ability to communicate professionally with vendors and internal teams to resolve payment and invoice questions.

- Proficiency using accounting or ERP systems and email-based workflows for managing payable activities.

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