Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables operations for a manufacturing organization in Wisconsin. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage invoice processing, coding accuracy, and payment workflows while maintaining strong financial controls. The role requires hands-on experience with accounting systems and close coordination with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate transaction handling.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices, review supporting documentation, and ensure entries are recorded accurately in the appropriate accounts.

- Assign correct general ledger coding and validate expenses in alignment with company policies and accounting standards.

- Manage accounts payable activities within ERP and other accounting software platforms to maintain efficient and reliable workflows.

- Reconcile payable records, investigate discrepancies, and work with internal departments or vendors to resolve outstanding issues.

- Prepare and support payment processing activities, including ACH transactions and other approved disbursement methods.

- Utilize Concur and related financial systems to review expense submissions and confirm proper approval and coding.

- Assist with accrual-related entries, audit support, and reporting tasks that strengthen month-end close and compliance efforts.

- Contribute to accounts payable process updates and system-related improvements as needed within the finance function. Requirements - Experience in accounts payable within a detail-oriented finance or accounting environment.

- Strong knowledge of account coding, invoice validation, and core accounting functions.

- Proficiency with accounting software systems, including ERP platforms and Concur.

- Familiarity with ADP financial systems or comparable tools used in accounting operations.

- Understanding of accrual accounting principles and financial record accuracy.

- Experience supporting ACH payment processing and vendor payment administration.

- Ability to identify discrepancies, perform reconciliations, and assist with audit-related requests.

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