Accounts Payable Specialist

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing company seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume AP environment and can step in quickly with minimal ramp-up.

 

The ideal candidate will have hands-on accounts payable experience within manufacturing, distribution, or another high-volume environment, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a steady flow of invoices, vendor inquiries, and payment activity.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently

• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation

• Review invoices for proper coding, approvals, pricing, and supporting documentation

• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, short pays, duplicate invoices, and payment issues

• Maintain vendor accounts and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely, professional manner

• Prepare and process vendor payments, including checks, ACH, and electronic payments

• Reconcile vendor statements and research outstanding balances

• Assist with AP aging and month-end close activities

• Work closely with purchasing, receiving, operations, and accounting to resolve discrepancies

• Maintain accurate AP records and documentation

• Support additional accounting projects as needed

 

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of high-volume Accounts Payable experience preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred

• Comfortable working with a large volume of invoices and multiple vendors

• Experience with PO-based purchasing and 3-way matching

• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems

• Ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

• Available to start quickly

Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour

Search managed by: Samantha Garman

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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