Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a construction and building materials organization in Lake Park, Florida on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position plays a key role in keeping supplier payments accurate, timely, and well-documented while supporting a busy, high-volume accounts payable function. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively with vendors and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

- Process the full accounts payable cycle by reviewing invoices, assigning proper coding, routing items for approval, and preparing payments for release.

- Examine vendor statements, invoice details, and account activity to identify discrepancies and ensure balances are correct.

- Investigate payment issues, pricing differences, and unmatched documentation, then work with vendors and internal partners to resolve outstanding items.

- Coordinate weekly disbursement activity, including ACH and check runs, while helping maintain accurate payment schedules.

- Collaborate with operations and other departments on approval follow-up, proof of delivery support, and responses to supplier inquiries.

- Maintain supplier master records, complete new vendor setup tasks, and handle related credit and documentation requirements.

- Assist with year-end reporting needs such as 1099 preparation, compliance-related filings, and other accounting support activities.

- Contribute to process improvement efforts and provide accounts payable support tied to ongoing system-related initiatives as needed. Requirements - At least 3 years of experience handling full-cycle accounts payable in a high-volume environment.

- Strong working knowledge of invoice coding, account reconciliations, vendor maintenance, ACH activity, and check processing.

- Demonstrated ability to research discrepancies, solve payment issues, and manage competing priorities with accuracy.

- Experience partnering with internal stakeholders and external vendors in a detail-oriented, service-oriented manner.

- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and accounting software; experience with Microsoft Dynamics GP is preferred.

- Background in construction, manufacturing, building materials, distribution, or a similar industry is advantageous.

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field is preferred.

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