Job Title: Accountant / Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant / Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist to provide temporary coverage during a medical leave. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day accounts payable operations while supporting the accounting team with various general accounting functions. The ideal candidate is organized, customer-service oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Key
ResponsibilitiesAccounts Payable
- Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
- Review invoices for proper approvals, coding, and supporting documentation.
- Obtain, verify, and post invoices into the accounting system.
- Prepare and process vendor payments in accordance with payment terms.
- Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and payment issues.
- Maintain accurate AP records and ensure compliance with company policies.
Vendor Relations
- Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries.
- Respond promptly to questions regarding invoices, payment status, and account balances.
- Build positive working relationships with vendors while resolving issues professionally.
Accounting Support
- Perform daily bank reconciliations and investigate outstanding transactions.
- Prepare and distribute daily accounting and cash reporting using established reporting templates.
- Review and issue customer or vendor account statements as needed.
- Assist with month-end close activities, including account reconciliations and journal entry support.
- Support the accounting team with ad hoc projects and other accounting or finance duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequired- 2–5 years of Accounts Payable and general accounting experience.
- Strong understanding of AP processes, invoice matching, and payment processing.
- Experience performing bank reconciliations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including sorting, filtering, formulas, and data analysis.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
Preferred
- Experience with ERP or accounting software (such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, or similar).
- Experience supporting month-end close activities.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Assignment Details
- Temporary assignment to provide medical leave coverage.
- Full-time schedule.
- Opportunity to contribute immediately in a collaborative accounting environment.
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