Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy accounting team on a contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys detailed financial work, can manage a high volume of transactions, and takes pride in providing dependable support to both vendors and internal partners. The role offers broad exposure to multi-entity invoice processing and related accounting tasks within a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:

• Process a large volume of invoices for assigned entities with accuracy and strong attention to deadlines.
• Coordinate weekly payment runs for designated locations and help ensure timely disbursement to vendors.
• Record monthly accrual information for assigned vendors and enter supporting data accurately into the accounting system.
• Review invoices for tax treatment and apply exemption adjustments when appropriate.
• Reconcile vendor statements each month and investigate discrepancies to resolution.
• Support upkeep of vendor records, including collecting and updating required supplier information.
• Assist with annual 1099 preparation by confirming vendor details and entering tax reporting data into the system.
• Provide day-to-day support to the broader Accounts Payable team while handling filing, administrative coverage, and special projects as needed.
• Follow internal control procedures, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a safe and focused work environment. Requirements
• Previous accounting training or related experience in a finance or bookkeeping setting is strongly preferred.
• Hands-on Accounts Payable experience is highly preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word, is required.
• Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide responsive service to internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with sales and use tax processes is a plus.
• Experience with account reconciliation, bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, month-end activities, QuickBooks, payroll, accounts receivable, or similar accounting functions is beneficial.

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