Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join an accounting team in Port Clinton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone in finance who can manage invoice processing, vendor payments, and related accounting activities with accuracy and consistency. The position supports daily payables operations, maintains organized financial records, and collaborates with internal teams to keep transactions current and compliant.

Responsibilities:

• Review and process supplier invoices by validating supporting documentation, approvals, and coding before entry into the accounting system.
• Research billing variances, resolve pricing or quantity issues, and prepare corrections, adjustments, or debit memos when needed.
• Maintain well-organized payables records and financial documentation to support reporting accuracy and audit readiness.
• Reconcile vendor statements and subsidiary ledger activity, addressing discrepancies promptly to keep account balances accurate.
• Partner with internal departments to ensure invoices are submitted, approved, and posted in time to meet payment schedules.
• Prepare accounts payable accruals along with routine and adjusting journal entries to support month-end and other close activities.
• Administer vendor payments through check runs and electronic methods such as ACH while following company controls and deadlines.
• Audit freight charges and employee expense submissions to confirm proper documentation, policy compliance, and accurate reimbursement.
• Support vendor account maintenance, including certificate of insurance tracking, and assist with periodic financial analysis as assigned.