Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a Financial Services organization in Raleigh, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports day-to-day payment operations, invoice handling, and account reconciliation while helping maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with Excel and People Soft in a fast-paced team environment.

Responsibilities:

- Support daily accounts payable activities by reviewing payment workflows and helping keep transactions moving accurately and on schedule.

- Enter payment and invoice information into accounting systems with a high degree of accuracy and completeness.

- Review invoices for proper coding and alignment with internal accounting standards before processing.

- Prepare and process checks and other approved disbursements in accordance with established procedures.

- Reconcile vendor and related accounts, investigate discrepancies, and provide status updates through routine reporting.

- Process customer credit applications and maintain current, well-documented credit records.

- Monitor account activity, identify issues that require follow-up, and take appropriate action based on account status.

- Handle invoice processing from receipt through posting while maintaining organized documentation.

- Provide front desk or reception support when business needs require additional coverage.

- Use Microsoft Excel and People Soft to manage records, track activity, and support reporting needs. Requirements - Experience supporting accounts payable functions, including invoice review, payment processing, and account reconciliation.

- Ability to code invoices accurately and manage check runs with close attention to detail.

- Strong data entry skills with a consistent record of accuracy in high-volume processing work.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for tracking, organizing, and reviewing financial information.

- Working knowledge of People Soft or similar ERP/accounting systems used in finance operations.

- Understanding of core accounting principles and the importance of handling confidential information appropriately.

- Effective communication, time management, and prioritization skills in both independent and team-based settings.

- Proven ability to identify discrepancies, solve routine processing issues, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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