Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy manufacturing team in Austin, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong payment processing experience, sound judgment, and a highly organized approach to managing vendor transactions. The role focuses on maintaining accurate accounts payable operations, supporting timely disbursements, and working closely with internal teams and suppliers in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices with careful review for accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with internal approval standards.
• Compare purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to confirm complete documentation before payment is issued.
• Investigate billing mismatches and coordinate with purchasing, operations, and vendors to resolve exceptions quickly.
• Prepare and enter payment transactions, including check runs, ACH activity, and wire transfers, according to established schedules.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable records to keep balances current and discrepancies minimized.
• Maintain organized financial documentation to support audit readiness, record retention, and internal control requirements.
• Contribute to month-end close activities by reviewing payable balances and assisting with related account reconciliations.
• Support compliance reporting needs, including vendor tax documentation and preparation of 1099-related information.
• Track accounts payable activity and provide updates on open invoices, aging trends, and other payment metrics as needed.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable procedures, including invoice coding, vouching, and payment processing.
• Experience using accounting or ERP systems along with solid Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with payment methods such as ACH, check runs, and other standard disbursement processes.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage a high volume of transactions accurately and on deadline.
• Effective communication skills and a dependable, team-oriented approach to working with vendors and internal partners.
• Manufacturing industry exposure or experience handling inventory-related invoices is preferred.

Compensation

$30.00-$34.00 Hourly

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