Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Accounts Payable Specialist to support our accounting team by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of invoices, vendor payments, and account reconciliations. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with strong analytical skills, experience in high-volume invoice processing, and a commitment to maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve discrepancies and support overall accounting operations.

• Process and enter vendor invoices accurately and efficiently into the accounting system.
• Assist with clearing existing accounts payable reconciliation backlogs and outstanding transactions.
• Review financial transactions and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with company policies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies to ensure accurate account balances.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and account-related issues in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate vendor files, records, and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting activities, including account reconciliations and reporting requirements.
• Partner with accounting team members to ensure accounts payable processes are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and internal departments regarding payment status, invoice questions, and account inquiries.
• Assist with process improvements and workflow efficiencies within the accounts payable function.
• Perform additional accounting, administrative, and finance-related duties as assigned.

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounting, or a related finance function.
• Demonstrated experience processing invoices in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable procedures and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience performing account reconciliations and resolving payment discrepancies.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• High degree of accuracy and commitment to maintaining confidential financial information.

• Experience with JAMIS, Deltek, or other ERP/accounting systems.
• Experience supporting finance or accounting teams within nonprofit, government contracting, research, or related industries.
• Familiarity with month-end close processes and financial reporting support.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

• Accounts Payable
• Invoice Processing
• Accounting
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Account Reconciliation
• Vendor Management
• Financial Record Maintenance
• Problem Resolution
• Data Entry and Accuracy

• Accounts Receivable
• JAMIS ERP
• Deltek
• ERP Systems
• Financial Analysis
• Month-End Close Support

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Silver Spring, MD.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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…