Accounts Payable Specialist Wilmington, DE

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in an onsite contract-to-permanent role. This position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, comfortable handling a large volume of invoices, and confident managing accounts payable activities from initial receipt through final payment. The ideal candidate will help maintain accurate vendor records, support timely disbursements, and contribute to a dependable, well-controlled accounting process.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete accounts payable cycle, ensuring invoices move efficiently from intake to payment and reconciliation.

• Enter and process a high volume of vendor invoices in Sage Intacct with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.

• Examine invoices for proper coding, required approvals, and supporting documentation before submission for payment.

• Coordinate with internal teams to move invoices through approval channels and follow up on outstanding authorizations.

• Prepare and issue payments through methods such as check runs, ACH transactions, wires, and other approved disbursement types.

• Compare vendor statements against internal records, investigate discrepancies, and resolve open items in a timely manner.

• Support month-end accounting activities by assisting with accruals, reviewing aging, and maintaining accurate payables balances.

• Follow established accounting policies and internal controls to help ensure compliance and consistent processing standards.