Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist-L2

Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist II (Contract) - Remote Remote Opportunity | 9/80 Schedule | Potential for Direct Hire
Important Requirement: U.S. Citizenship Required (No Dual Citizenship)

Are you an experienced Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist with a strong background in reconciliations, financial controls, and month-end close activities? We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support the integrity of the accounts payable function while ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and operational excellence.

The Accounts Payable Accounting Specialist II is responsible for overseeing accounts payable subledger activities, balance sheet reconciliations, internal controls, and vendor-related financial transactions. This role collaborates closely with Accounting, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Receiving, Operations, and Finance teams to maintain an effective procure-to-pay process and ensure compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

• Accounts Payable Operations & Subledger Management Monitor accounts payable subledger activity to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Review invoice coding, supporting documentation, and approval workflows. Support AP processing activities while maintaining proper segregation of duties. Validate vendor setup, payment processing, and AP transactions in accordance with internal controls and procurement requirements.
• Reconciliations & Financial Close Prepare and reconcile AP-related balance sheet accounts, including:
  Accounts Payable Trade Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI), Vendor Advances, Other payable-related accounts. Research and resolve reconciliation discrepancies in partnership with cross-functional teams. Review GRNI aging reports and ensure timely resolution of unmatched receipts and invoices. Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes through accurate and timely deliverables.
• Compliance, Controls & Audit Support Maintain and enforce accounts payable internal controls, including SOX compliance requirements. Support internal and external audits by providing reconciliations, documentation, and process support. Ensure vendor payments, approvals, and documentation comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Process Improvement & Issue Resolution Analyze AP discrepancies, GRNI issues, and recurring process challenges. Perform root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions. Assist with process improvement initiatives involving Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, and Concur (T&E). Document procedures and help drive standardization, efficiency, and best practices across AP operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with Accounts Payable, Procurement, Receiving, Operations, Program Finance, and Accounting teams to resolve issues impacting financial reporting and vendor payments. Coordinate with payroll and accounting stakeholders when processes intersect. Communicate with vendors to support issue resolution and maintain positive business relationships.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Payable, Accounting, or related financial experience.
• Strong account reconciliation skills, including experience with GRNI and AP-related accounts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential financial and vendor information with discretion.

• Experience with Oracle, Deltek Costpoint, and Concur.
• Knowledge of procurement, receiving, GRNI workflows, and accounts payable controls.
• Experience supporting internal or external audits.
• Background working in manufacturing, aerospace, defense, or other complex ERP environments.
• Experience working in multi-entity accounting organizations.

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years of progressive accounting and accounts payable experience in lieu of a degree.

• Fully remote work environment
• 9/80 flexible work schedule
• Opportunity to contribute to a complex accounting environment
• Potential for conversion to a direct hire position
• Collaborative and highly visible role supporting key financial operations