Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Kentucky in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on supporting day-to-day payables activity with accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to financial detail. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience managing invoice processing, payment coordination, and coding tasks in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities:

- Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign accurate coding before processing for payment.

- Manage accounts payable transactions from receipt through completion while maintaining organized and reliable records.

- Prepare and coordinate ACH payments and check runs to ensure vendors are paid correctly and on schedule.

- Reconcile payable activity, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with internal teams or external vendors.

- Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting controls throughout the payment process.

- Support routine reporting and provide updates on payment status, outstanding items, and workflow priorities. Requirements - Prior experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support position.

- Demonstrated ability to code invoices accurately and handle account allocations with consistency.

- Working knowledge of ACH transactions, check processing, and standard payment procedures.

- Familiarity with invoice review, data entry, and maintaining detailed financial records.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume environment.

- Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

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