Accounts Payable Specialist Job in Monroe, MI

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice and payment operations for a long-term contract opportunity based in Monroe, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone with early-career accounting or payables experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and multiple deadlines. The position follows a hybrid schedule with on-site work three days per week and offers flexibility around start and end times within established core business hours.

You will play an important part in helping the team maintain accurate payment processing while providing coverage during a period of increased workload and staffing changes.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices, assign the correct account codes, and prepare transactions for timely entry into the accounts payable process.
• Process vendor payments through methods such as ACH and check runs while helping ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to internal controls.
• Reconcile payment details and supporting documentation to resolve discrepancies before transactions are finalized.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to answer payment-related questions and follow up on outstanding items.
• Maintain organized financial records and supporting files so documentation is easy to track and audit when needed.
• Assist with recurring accounts payable activities and provide dependable support during periods of shifting team capacity and high transaction volume.
• Use JD Edwards and Oracle-based tools to enter, monitor, and update payable information as part of daily workflow.
• Contribute to special accounts payable tasks as assigned, including support related to evolving team processes and workload balancing.