Accounts Payable Analyst

Vaco is Hiring: AP Analyst (Contract-to-Hire) Location: Jacksonville, FL (Hybrid) Pay: $28/hour Schedule: Hybrid flexibility with strong potential for permanent hireVaco is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company in Jacksonville to identify an AP Analyst for a growing Accounts Payable team. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced AP professional looking to expand beyond day-to-day invoice processing into a more analytical and problem-solving role within a large corporate environment. Why Consider This Opportunity? Hybrid work environmentStable company with strong leadershipPosition opened due to an internal promotionStrong contract-to-hire potentialOpportunity to work alongside both onshore and offshore teamsExposure to audits, process improvement initiatives, training, and financial analysis Responsibilities Perform vendor payment reconciliations and act as a subject matter expert for AP processesReview, analyze, and resolve complex invoice, vendor, and payment discrepanciesSupport analysis of procurement costs and related financial resultsPrepare and file annual 1099s in compliance with IRS regulationsAssist with annual financial statement audits by compiling supporting documentation and responding to audit inquiriesServe as a key liaison between vendors and internal departments to resolve payment issues and discrepanciesReview vendor debit balances and take appropriate corrective actionMonitor aging payables to ensure balances remain within company guidelinesSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activitiesReview and approve vendor maintenance requestsCreate and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Perform operational reviews and support internal control complianceTrain and mentor onshore and offshore team membersParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives and special projectsEnsure compliance with company AP policies, accounting procedures, and internal controls Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of Accounts Payable experienceManufacturing industry experience preferredAssociate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent experienceWorking knowledge of General Ledger concepts and accounting principlesStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environmentStrong problem-solving and analytical abilities Systems & Technical Skills SAP experience strongly preferredExperience with EMPAC and/or Avantis is a plusIntermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skillsExperience working within ERP and accounting systems Ideal Candidate Detail-oriented and highly organizedStrong analytical and troubleshooting skillsSelf-motivated and proactiveTeam-oriented with excellent communication skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced environmentAdaptable to change and process improvement initiativesProfessional, ethical, and trustworthy when handling confidential informationCommitted to delivering exceptional internal and external customer service Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. Representation Notice By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. Additionally, you agree to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. Lastly, you agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. For residents of Ontario, Canada only: to the extent the position for employment is not with Highspring or not otherwise noted as vacant above, candidate should be informed that this role is to replace a presently employed person at Vaco by Highspring's client. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. 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Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: · the individual's skill sets, experience and training; · licensure and certification requirements; · office location and other geographic considerations; and · other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits).