Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in Richmond, Virginia. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, comfortable with high-volume invoice processing, and confident working with accounting systems and Excel. The right candidate will bring strong accounts payable expertise, sound judgment in coding and payment handling, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner while ensuring proper account coding and supporting documentation.
• Review payment requests, resolve discrepancies, and coordinate with internal teams and vendors to maintain smooth payment operations.
• Prepare and manage ACH payments and check runs in accordance with established schedules and controls.
• Use Oracle and Oracle Fusion systems to enter, track, and update accounts payable transactions.
• Maintain organized records of invoices, approvals, and payment activity to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
• Reconcile payable-related data and investigate unmatched items or exceptions to ensure accuracy.
• Work extensively in Microsoft Excel to monitor transaction details, organize data, and support account analysis. Requirements
• Proven experience in an Accounts Payable Specialist or similar accounts payable role.
• Hands-on knowledge of invoice coding and general ledger account allocation.
• Experience processing ACH transactions and coordinating check run activities.
• Familiarity with Oracle and, ideally, Oracle Fusion.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with financial data in spreadsheets.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.

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