Accounts Payable Specialist

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client’s team. This is a contract position with a 40-hour work week.

About the role

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be a key member of the AP team, responsible for a variety of AP tasks including payments, payment research, invoice entry, resolving invoice issues, and Concur updates. The Specialist will collaborate closely with AP and internal business partners to ensure timely invoice follow-up and payment, particularly for escalations and rush payments. Additionally, the role involves working with the Cash Accounting team to address and resolve payment failures and supporting an initiative to transition to electronic payment methods only. The Specialist will also assist with the P-Card program, reviewing transactions for compliance with policy, ensuring appropriate approvals and documentation, and resolving any issues with Accounting or internal partners.

Responsibilities

• Partner with other AP Specialists to perform payment runs, research payment issues, and address inquiries.
• Complete the full end-to-end process of invoice handling, processing, and payments, including resolving inquiries.
• Follow fraud prevention processes when confirming supplier banking details for additions or changes.
• Ensure SOX compliance by obtaining and saving appropriate documentation during payment management.
• Work independently to transition suppliers from physical checks to electronic payment methods.
• Manage P-Card transaction audits and inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Participate in projects involving integrations or testing to improve payment and invoicing processes.
• Assist leadership in identifying process efficiencies while maintaining quality controls and standards.
• Take on additional responsibilities or assist with escalated research as efficiencies are gained.

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Procurement, or advanced knowledge of B2B banking transactions.
• Knowledge of Oracle EBS or Oracle Cloud (Cloud preferred) AP Subledger.
• Knowledge of Great Plains ERP is a plus but not required.
• 2+ years of experience auditing P-Cards or corporate credit card transactions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills.
• Above-average analytical thinking and communication skills.
• Flexibility in responding to unanticipated situations.
• Proven ability to build strong business relationships beyond the finance team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Pay

$22–$25 per hour, depending on experience level.