Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Ashland

Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables operations for a growing finance team in Nebraska. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is highly organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing a steady flow of invoices and vendor transactions. The person in this role will help keep payment activity accurate, records up to date, and month-end tasks on track while working closely with accounting and operational partners.

Responsibilities:

- Manage a high volume of incoming invoices, ensuring each item is reviewed, coded, and entered accurately within required timelines.

- Maintain vendor profiles and assist with setting up new suppliers by verifying documentation and required payment information.

- Investigate billing variances, follow up on payment questions, and work with vendors and internal teams to resolve issues efficiently.

- Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable records to confirm balances are accurate and outstanding items are addressed promptly.

- Coordinate regular payment processing activities, including check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments in accordance with company procedures.

- Contribute to month-end close by preparing payables-related reconciliations, supporting reporting needs, and organizing documentation.

- Help prepare year-end vendor records and related materials, including documentation needed for audit and reporting requirements.

- Monitor open invoices for policy compliance and strengthen internal controls by confirming vendor data and payment accuracy.

- Partner with purchasing, operations, and accounting stakeholders on special projects and initiatives aimed at improving accounts payable processes.

Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting support, or a similar finance-focused position.

- Practical knowledge of invoice entry, account coding, vendor maintenance, and account reconciliation.

- Experience using accounting or ERP platforms such as Oracle, Net Suite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage, or comparable systems.

- Working knowledge of payment methods including ACH processing, check runs, and wire transfers.

- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to use formulas and organize reporting data effectively.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with vendors and internal teams.

- Excellent organizational ability, careful attention to detail, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred.

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