Accounts Payable Specialist

$ 21.50 - $ 23.50 / Hour
location_onIndependence, Ohio

Accounting & Finance

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Accounts Payable Specialist

Contract-to-Hire | Up to $23.50/hr | Near Cleveland, OH

A growth-focused opportunity for a detail-driven Accounts Payable professional.

As a trusted third-party recruiting partner, LHH is supporting a well-established organization near the Cleveland, Ohio area in their search for a reliable and organized Accounts Payable Specialist. This contract-to-hire position is ideal for someone who values accuracy, consistency, and plays a key role in maintaining smooth financial operations.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers the chance to step into a critical accounting position with long-term potential. The organization values accountability, teamwork, and efficiency, and is seeking someone interested in growing into a permanent role.

  • Competitive pay up to $23.50/hour
  • Clear path from contract to permanent hire
  • Supportive leadership and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunity to make immediate, meaningful contributions

Key Responsibilities

In this fast-paced Accounts Payable role, responsibilities include:

  • Processing vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
  • Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies
  • Managing weekly check runs and electronic payments
  • Reconciling vendor statements and responding to inquiries
  • Maintaining accurate AP records and documentation
  • Assisting with month-end close activities
  • Partnering with internal teams to ensure proper expense coding and approvals

What You Bring

  • 1–3+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy with high-volume data entry
  • Experience with AP systems and basic Excel skills
  • Professional communication skills with vendors and internal teams
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines independently
  • Dependable, proactive work style

Who You Are

You are organized, dependable, and motivated by precision. You take pride in keeping financial records accurate, supporting vendors professionally, and being a trusted part of a team that relies on timely and consistent work. You’re looking for stability, growth, and long-term career potential.

Apply Today

If you’re ready to take the next step in your Accounts Payable career and secure a role with long-term potential near Cleveland, Ohio, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume today to be considered for this contract-to-hire opportunity.



Pay Details: $21.50 to $23.50 per hour

Search managed by: Victoria Daggett

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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Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



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