Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a detail-focused Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day financial operations in Pennsylvania. This onsite contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is well suited for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, maintaining accurate records, and helping ensure timely payment activity and account accuracy. The role will contribute to both payables and receivables processes while assisting with reconciliations and month-end reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage invoice intake, review account coding, and enter payable transactions accurately within the accounting system.
• Apply incoming payments and record receivable activity to keep customer accounts current and well documented.
• Coordinate payment processing through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs while meeting established deadlines.
• Reconcile vendor, customer, and bank accounts, researching variances and resolving issues in a timely manner.
• Track open balances and communicate with customers or vendors regarding payment questions, past-due items, and account discrepancies.
• Support month-end close by preparing reports, organizing financial data, and assisting with statement-related activities.
• Maintain orderly financial files and ensure supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and easy to retrieve.
• Work closely with internal departments to address billing concerns and improve the flow of financial information.