Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Northeast Indianapolis, IN

Schedule: Fully On-Site

Our client, a growing manufacturing company on the northeast side of Indianapolis, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract-to-hire opportunity. This position plays a key role in ensuring invoices are processed accurately, vendors are paid on time, and financial records remain organized and compliant. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing high transaction volumes, and collaborating with multiple departments to support accounting operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable transactions from invoice receipt through payment.
• Review and verify invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation to ensure accuracy and proper approval.
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts and enter transactions into the accounting system.
• Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies, missing invoices, and payment issues.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s, payment instructions, and account information.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and work closely with purchasing, operations, and accounting teams to resolve issues.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and account analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and leverage technology to increase efficiency within the AP function.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Contract-to-hire position with long-term potential
• Stable and growing manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within the accounting team
• Hands-on role with exposure to multiple areas of accounting operations

If you are an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a fully onsite opportunity with growth potential, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

• 2+ years of recent accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle accounts payable processes.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and data analysis.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Individuals who enjoy leveraging systems and technology to streamline processes and improve efficiency are highly encouraged to apply.

Compensation

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