Accounts payable specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly dependable Accounts Payable Specialist to join our growing finance team on a contract-to-hire basis. This position offers a direct pathway to permanent employment for a motivated accounting professional who excels in full-cycle invoice processing, vendor management, and account reconciliation.

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, disbursements, and internal expense reports. You will work closely with department heads, vendors, and accounting staff to maintain precise financial records and resolve discrepancies proactively.

salary: $23 - $25 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
education: No Degree Required

Responsibilities

• Full-Cycle AP Processing: Review, code, and enter high-volume vendor invoices into the accounting system with accuracy and 3-way matching (PO, receiving documents, and invoice).
• Payment Disbursements: Prepare and execute weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers in accordance with company schedule and cash flow guidelines.
• Vendor Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, reconcile monthly vendor statements, and resolve payment or billing discrepancies.
• Expense Reporting: Audit and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with corporate travel and entertainment policies.
• Month-End Support: Assist with month-end closing activities, including accrued expense entries, AP subledger to general ledger reconciliations, and audit preparation.
• Compliance & Documentation: Collect and maintain W-9 forms, track 1099 vendor eligibility, and uphold internal control policies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration (Bachelor's preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• Experience: 2 to 4+ years of dedicated Accounts Payable experience.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with modern ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, or Sage) and AP automation software (e.g., Bill.com, Concur, AvidXchange) is strongly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, sumifs).

Skills

• Accounts Payable
• Expense Reports
• QuickBooks
• Month-End Close
• Cash Posting
• Disbursements/Check Runs
• Purchase Orders
• Coding/Batching

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.