Accounts Payable Specialist

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume finance function in Pennsylvania. This long-term contract position is well suited to a detail-oriented individual who can manage invoice activity, maintain accurate financial records, and work confidently within enterprise accounting systems. The role will contribute to timely payment operations, expense review, and month-end support while partnering with internal teams to confirm billing accuracy. Work is performed on-site.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and record supporting ledger entries in accordance with company procedures.
• Review invoices, assign appropriate account coding, and post items after validating documentation and approvals.
• Examine purchase orders, supplier invoices, and contract terms to confirm charges are correct and aligned with agreed pricing.
• Handle travel and expense submissions, ensuring compliance with policy and proper financial treatment.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to resolve outstanding payment issues.
• Support period-end and year-end close activities, including accrual-related postings and preparation of accounting schedules.
• Execute payment-related tasks such as ACH activity and check run coordination while maintaining strong internal controls.
• Use S/4HANA and related ERP functions to manage payable workflows, track transactions, and maintain data accuracy.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in accounts payable with responsibility for invoice processing and account coding.
• Proficiency in coding invoices, posting payable transactions, and maintaining accurate accounting records.
• Working knowledge of ACH processing and check run administration.
• Experience reconciling vendor statements and researching invoice or payment variances.
• Familiarity with purchase order matching and reviewing contracts to validate billing details.
• Ability to support accrual postings and assist with month-end or year-end accounting activities.
• Strong attention to detail, data entry accuracy, and ability to manage deadlines in an on-site environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance for contract/temporary professionals.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.