Accounts Payable Specialist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWe are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a retail organization in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on a permanent contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting specialist who can manage high-volume payables activity while supporting financial operations across multiple brands. The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Thursdays and is expected to run for approximately eight weeks, with potential for longer-term consideration.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and assign proper general ledger coding to ensure timely payment.
• Manage payment activity through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs in accordance with established deadlines.
• Review accounts payable records for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with internal teams or vendors as needed.
• Support daily finance operations serving two retail business lines while maintaining organized and up-to-date documentation.
• Assist with short-term coverage during a team transition by maintaining continuity in accounts payable workflows.
• Reconcile payable activity and help ensure all transactions are recorded in alignment with company procedures.
• Hands-on experience in accounts payable within a fast-paced business environment.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, account coding, and payment execution methods.
• Practical experience handling ACH payments and preparing check runs.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, including in-office presence on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Availability to work 40 hours per week for an estimated eight-week contract period.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and follow-through when managing financial records and deadlines.