Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume finance function in Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract position is well suited to a detail-oriented individual who can manage invoice activity, maintain accurate financial records, and work confidently within enterprise accounting systems. The role will contribute to timely payment operations, expense review, and month-end support while partnering with internal teams to confirm billing accuracy.

Responsibilities:

- Process accounts payable transactions accurately and record supporting ledger entries in accordance with company procedures.

- Review invoices, assign appropriate account coding, and post items after validating documentation and approvals.

- Examine purchase orders, supplier invoices, and contract terms to confirm charges are correct and aligned with agreed pricing.

- Handle travel and expense submissions, ensuring compliance with policy and proper financial treatment.

- Perform vendor statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to resolve outstanding payment issues.

- Support period-end and year-end close activities, including accrual-related postings and preparation of accounting schedules.

- Execute payment-related tasks such as ACH activity and check run coordination while maintaining strong internal controls.

- Use S/4

HANA and related ERP functions to manage payable workflows, track transactions, and maintain data accuracy. Requirements - Hands-on experience in accounts payable with responsibility for invoice processing and account coding.

- Proficiency in coding invoices, posting payable transactions, and maintaining accurate accounting records.

- Working knowledge of ACH processing and check run administration.

- Experience reconciling vendor statements and researching invoice or payment variances.

- Familiarity with purchase order matching and reviewing contracts to validate billing details.

- Ability to support accrual postings and assist with month-end or year-end accounting activities.

- Strong attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and ability to manage deadlines in an on-site environment.

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