Accounts Payable Specialist - part time hours

About the role

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice processing and payment activities for a long-term contract opportunity in Chattanooga. This position will have a part-time schedule, around 20–25 hours a week. The role is ideal for someone who works quickly without sacrificing accuracy and can manage frequent vendor communication with a high level of professionalism. The position plays an important part in keeping accounts payable operations organized, timely, and precise while working within NetSuite and established automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper account coding and complete supporting documentation.
• Review payment details for correctness and prepare ACH transactions and check runs in alignment with established schedules.
• Communicate with vendors and internal contacts to resolve invoice questions, payment issues, and documentation discrepancies.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records in NetSuite and monitor entries to support accurate financial reporting.
• Prioritize urgent tasks and manage a steady workflow while maintaining a strong focus on speed and precision.
• Use existing automation resources effectively and support accounts payable activities alongside developing AI-enabled process improvements.
• Verify invoice data, identify inconsistencies, and follow through on corrections to reduce processing errors.
• Collaborate with the broader team in a multi-location environment to ensure timely completion of accounts payable responsibilities.

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, payment processing, and reconciliation support.
• Proven ability to code invoices and assign expenses to the correct accounts with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience preparing or supporting ACH payments and check run activities.
• Working knowledge of NetSuite in an accounts payable environment, or a comparable accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify discrepancies before processing transactions.
• Ability to work with urgency, manage priorities effectively, and maintain accuracy under time-sensitive conditions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for handling frequent correspondence with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• All candidates must undergo drug and background screening for consideration.

Benefits

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

Schedule

Part-time, approximately 20–25 hours per week.