Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a global heavy equipment organization in Wilmington, North Carolina in a fully on-site, contract-to-permanent role. This position is well suited for a detail-oriented individual who can manage a high volume of payables activity while maintaining accuracy and strong vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience across the full accounts payable cycle and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete accounts payable process from invoice receipt through final payment, ensuring timely and accurate handling of transactions.
• Review and code invoices to the appropriate accounts while verifying supporting documentation and approval requirements.
• Match purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to resolve discrepancies before processing payments.
• Communicate with vendors to answer payment inquiries, address issues, and reconcile account statements.
• Prepare and process payment batches, including ACH transactions and check runs, in accordance with established schedules.
• Support month-end activities by assisting with accruals, account reconciliation, and reporting related to payables.
• Maintain accurate records within the accounting system and update vendor information as needed.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to research exceptions, correct errors, and improve invoice flow efficiency. Requirements
• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience with responsibility for full-cycle processing.
• Proven ability to handle large invoice volumes with strong attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Experience with invoice coding, purchase order matching, and employee expense processing.
• Familiarity with vendor statement reconciliation and responding professionally to supplier inquiries.
• Practical experience with ACH payments, check runs, and other standard disbursement methods.
• Strong Excel skills for reviewing data, tracking payment activity, and supporting reconciliations.
• Ability to work independently in a fully on-site role within a manufacturing, distribution, construction, or industrial setting.

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