Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a manufacturing organization through a long-term contract assignment. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-moving accounting environment, takes pride in accuracy, and can manage invoice activity with consistency and care. The role will partner closely with the broader accounting team to keep payment processing, vendor communication, and recordkeeping on track.

Responsibilities:

• Handle end-to-end accounts payable activities, including reviewing incoming invoices, assigning proper coding, and entering transactions into the accounting system.
• Process a large volume of vendor invoices with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and supporting documentation, including purchase order matching when applicable.
• Investigate statement differences and payment issues by working directly with vendors and internal partners to bring accounts into balance.
• Coordinate recurring payment activity such as weekly check runs, ACH transactions, and wire disbursements in accordance with established deadlines.
• Serve as a point of contact for supplier questions, providing clear updates and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Support period-end accounting tasks by preparing accounts payable information needed for monthly close activities.
• Maintain complete and well-organized records of invoices, approvals, and payment history to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
• Follow internal controls and company guidelines to help ensure accounts payable transactions are processed in compliance with policy.