Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable SpecialistLocation: Fort Worth, TXAssignment Type: Direct HirePay: $24 – $25 / hour, based on experienceWork Schedule: Full-time, in-office 4 days per weekBenefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).About The Company:A well-established organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its Finance team. This position supports multiple business units and offers an opportunity to work in an environment that is actively adopting new technology and automation.The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, team-oriented, and eager to learn. Someone who takes ownership of outstanding items and is comfortable adapting to evolving processes will be well suited for this opportunity.Job Description:The Accounts Payable Specialist will support daily AP operations, including invoice processing, employee expense review, vendor maintenance, reconciliations, and discrepancy resolution.This position is currently a hands-on AP role, with the team moving toward increased automation to improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Strong reconciliation experience and attention to detail are especially important.Key Responsibilities:Review, code, and process vendor invoices while ensuring appropriate documentation is in place.Evaluate employee expense reports for accuracy and compliance with company guidelines.Monitor AP correspondence and respond to vendor and internal inquiries.Investigate invoice, payment, and account discrepancies and coordinate resolutions.Perform detailed vendor and account reconciliations and research outstanding balances.Maintain vendor records, including tax forms and banking information.Assist with vendor setup and ongoing account maintenance.Support year-end 1099 preparation and vendor record reviews.Follow up on unresolved items to ensure issues are completed in a timely manner.Collaborate with Finance, Procurement, Operations, and other departments to resolve AP questions.Learn and utilize invoice automation and other technology as new processes are introduced.Identify opportunities to improve accuracy, organization, and workflow efficiency.Assist with additional accounts payable projects as needed.Qualifications:1–3 years of Accounts Payable or related accounting experience.Strong account reconciliation experience required.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to research discrepancies and follow issues through resolution.Strong organizational and time-management skills.Professional written and verbal communication abilities.Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.ERP experience preferred.Excel experience with PivotTables and lookup functions is preferred.Vendor maintenance, reconciliations, and 1099 experience are a plus.Spanish/English bilingual ability is preferred but not required.Comfortable learning new systems and adapting to process changes.Team-oriented, proactive approach with a strong willingness to learn.Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.