We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment, manage a high volume of invoices with accuracy, and help reduce an existing processing backlog. The position offers the opportunity to contribute immediately while supporting day-to-day payables operations with strong attention to detail and sound financial practices.

Responsibilities:

• Process a large weekly volume of vendor invoices while maintaining accuracy and timeliness across the full accounts payable cycle.
• Review purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to complete three-way matching and resolve discrepancies before payment is released.
• Support efforts to reduce an existing invoice backlog by prioritizing outstanding items and keeping payment activity on track.
• Apply proper account coding to invoices and verify that expenses are assigned to the correct general ledger categories.
• Prepare and execute vendor payments through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs in accordance with internal controls.
• Use QuickBooks Online to enter, track, and reconcile payable transactions while maintaining organized financial records.
• Communicate with internal teams and vendors to clarify billing issues, obtain missing documentation, and follow up on payment questions.