Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy operation in Pennsylvania. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can bring strong invoice processing experience, accuracy in account coding, and confidence handling high-volume payable activity in an on-site environment. The person in this role will help stabilize daily AP workflows, support financial accuracy, and contribute to smooth coordination across a distribution and logistics setting.

MUST HAVE SAP AP/Purchasing experience

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner while ensuring supporting documentation is complete.

• Review and assign proper general ledger coding to invoices, resolving discrepancies before submission for payment.

• Manage payment activity through ACH transactions and check runs in accordance with established schedules and controls.

• Reconcile vendor statements, research outstanding items, and follow up to clear payment issues efficiently.

• Partner with shipping, operations, and internal stakeholders to address backlog items and restore consistency within accounts payable workflows.

• Maintain organized AP records and ensure documentation is audit-ready and aligned with company procedures.

• Assist with cleanup efforts related to prior operational turnover by identifying errors, correcting records, and improving payment accuracy.

• Support day-to-day on-site accounts payable operations during standard business hours.

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, payment processing, and vendor support.
• Strong background in account coding and coding invoices with a high level of accuracy.
• Experience handling ACH payments and coordinating check run activity.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Prior experience in distribution, transportation, or logistics environments is preferred.
• Proficiency with AP systems and standard business software used for financial processing.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through on unresolved items.

Compensation

Based on experience

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