Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title:

Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist reviews, processes, and records vendor invoices and payments with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance. This role ensures that all invoices align with purchase orders and receiving documents, supports timely payments, and contributes to efficient month-end closing and reporting. The position offers the opportunity to work with a well-established employer in St. Augustine and may lead to a permanent role.

Responsibilities

+ Review and process vendor invoices for payment in a timely and accurate manner.

+ Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices to ensure accuracy and prevent over payments.

+ Investigate and resolve discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions.

+ Communicate proactively with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice or payment issues.

+ Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments in accordance with company procedures.

+ Assist with month-end closing activities and reporting related to accounts payable.

+ Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and established accounts payable procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Demonstrated experience in accounts payable.

+ Proficiency in processing invoices from receipt through payment.

+ Hands-on experience with three-way matching of receipts, invoices, and purchase orders.

+ Ability to manage accounts payable and, as needed, accounts receivable activities.

+ Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and recordkeeping.

+ Effective communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.

+ Ability to follow established internal controls and adhere to company policies.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience working in a high-volume invoice processing environment.

+ Familiarity with electronic payment processing and transfers.

+ Ability to support month-end closing and reporting activities.

+ Interest in a role with potential to transition to a permanent opportunity.

Work Environment

This position is fully on-site five days a week in St. Augustine. You will work in a professional office setting focused on financial operations and vendor management. The role involves regular use of computers and financial systems to process invoices, perform three-way matching, and prepare electronic payments. You will collaborate closely with internal departments and interact with vendors to resolve issues and ensure smooth payment processing.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Augustine, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision  - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available  - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability  - Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits  - Employee Assistance Program  - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Augustine,FL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter (%20astoncarter)  for other accommodation options.

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