Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking candidates for an Accounts Payable Specialist position with a leading manufacturing company located in Providence, RI. This position will report directly to the Accountant and manage the full-cycle AP process for various manufacturing locations, ensuring accurate and timely processing of high volume of invoices. The ideal candidate will have 2-4+ years of accounts payable experience within a high-volume environment.

This is a 2-5+ month contract position that will pay $30-36/hr (depending on experience) within a 40-hour workweek. This position supports a hybrid work model, onsite 4 days per week and remote 1 days per week.

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process for 3 - 4 manufacturing locations, ensuring
• accurate and timely processing of a high volume of invoices.
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices, including matching invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents and resolving discrepancies.
• Process non-PO invoices, employee expense reimbursements, and other accounts payable transactions in accordance with company policies.
• Prepare and process vendor payments via ACH, wire transfer, and check, ensuring timely payments and adherence to approval procedures.
• Reconcile vendor statements, research outstanding invoices, and resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
• Maintain vendor records, including new vendor setup, updates, and verification of payment information.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies, obtain missing documentation, and address payment inquiries.
• Monitor accounts payable aging, identify past-due invoices, and prioritize payments to maintain positive vendor relationships and avoid late fees.
• Reconcile accounts payable balances and support month-end close, including AP accruals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate and organized AP documentation and records within the company’s ERP system.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiency across multiple locations.
• Collaborate with purchasing, receiving, operations, and accounting teams to ensure accurate invoice processing and timely resolution of issues.

• 2-4+ years of accounts payable experience, preferably in a high-volume environment.
• ERP systems experience (Oracle Net Suite, Global Shop, SAP S/4 Hana, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing invoices and payments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Manufacturing industry experience is a plus but not required.