Accounts Payable Specialist

Description

We are looking for a dependable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client on a long-term Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day invoice and payment activities, helps maintain accurate vendor and accounting records, and contributes to timely month-end close tasks. The role is well suited for someone who works carefully, communicates effectively with both internal teams and external partners, and can manage multiple priorities in a shared services environment.

This is a hybrid opportunity with regular in-office attendance required 3 days each week.

Responsibilities:

- Review invoices for completeness, confirm coding and approvals, and prepare them for accurate payment processing.

- Enter accounts payable transactions using matching procedures to compare invoices with purchase orders and receiving documentation.

- Investigate payment or billing discrepancies, make appropriate record corrections, and follow issues through resolution.

- Partner with vendors and internal departments to address invoice questions, purchase order concerns, and payment timing matters.

- Monitor invoice flow to support on-time disbursements and help maximize eligible early-payment savings.

- Provide accounts payable support across multiple business entities within a shared services structure.

- Work closely with purchasing and receiving teams to ensure documentation aligns with financial records.

- Assist with accrual entries and other closing activities to support an accurate month-end process.

- Maintain a high standard of accuracy, organization, and timeliness across daily accounts payable work.

- Offer cross-coverage for colleagues and contribute to team continuity during busy periods or absences.

Requirements

- 1-2 years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting support role is preferred.

- Practical understanding of accounts payable workflows and core accounting concepts, including debits and credits.

- Experience working with SAP.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence using electronic document storage or digital filing tools.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing tasks in a fast-paced setting.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills with a detail-oriented approach to vendor and team interactions.

- Ability to organize work independently, meet deadlines, and adapt to peak workloads such as month-end close.

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