AP Disbute Analyst

AP Dispute Analyst Location: Fully Remote | Must reside in MA, CT, or RI Compensation: $27–$30/hour Schedule: Remote with approximately 1 day per month in Middletown, CT Creative Financial Staffing (CFS) is partnering with a stable, growing organization to identify an AP Dispute Analyst to join its accounting team. This is a unique opportunity for an AP professional who enjoys research, problem-solving, and investigation more than traditional invoice processing. Think of this position as "collections against vendors rather than customers." The AP Dispute Analyst will investigate discrepancies, build supporting documentation, work with vendors to resolve issues, and pursue credits and funds owed back to the organization. Why This Opportunity? Fully remote position for candidates residing in Massachusetts, Connecticut, or Rhode IslandOnly approximately one office day per month in Middletown, CTZERO overtime with a manager who prioritizes team culture and work-life balanceJoin a collaborative 8-person team with excellent employee retentionOpportunity to help own and build a newly created functionHeavy focus on automation, innovation, and AI-driven process improvementsHigh-visibility position where your work directly impacts the organizationFun, team-focused culture with company outings and eventsStable and growing organization with an excellent benefits package AP Dispute Analyst Responsibilities Research and resolve vendor disputes and inventory discrepanciesInvestigate short shipments, quantity discrepancies, and incorrect vendor pricingValidate quotes, purchase orders, invoices, and three-way match detailsIdentify the root cause of discrepancies and determine the appropriate resolutionCompile supporting documentation and evidence for vendor disputesWork directly with vendors to pursue credits and recover funds owedTrack disputes from initial identification through final resolutionMaintain accurate documentation and follow up on outstanding itemsIdentify opportunities to improve processes and reduce recurring discrepanciesLeverage automation and technology to create efficiencies within the dispute process AP Dispute Analyst Qualifications Previous experience in Accounts Payable, vendor management, purchasing, procurement, accounting, or a related functionStrong understanding of invoices, purchase orders, and three-way matchingExcellent research and problem-solving skillsAbility to identify discrepancies and independently investigate the underlying causeStrong attention to detail and documentation skillsComfortable communicating with vendors and internal business partnersAbility to manage multiple open disputes and follow them through to resolutionStrong Excel and overall systems skillsExperience within distribution, manufacturing, inventory, or a related environment is a plusMust reside in MA, CT, or RI and be able to travel to Middletown, CT approximately once per month Comprehensive Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coveragePaid parental leaveTelemedicine services401(k) with company matchCompany-paid life insurance and AD&DSupplemental life insurance optionsShort-term and long-term disability coverageFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Additional voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection This AP Dispute Analyst position is ideal for someone who looks at a mismatched invoice and immediately wants to figure out why it doesn't match. Rather than simply processing transactions, you'll investigate issues, communicate with vendors, recover money, and help improve the processes that created the problem in the first place. If you're an analytical AP professional who enjoys digging into discrepancies and wants a remote position with strong work-life balance, no overtime, and the opportunity to make an impact, this could be an excellent next step.