Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Charlotte, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent role. This opportunity is ideal for someone who can step into a fast-paced environment, quickly assess current workflows, and help reduce a backlog of vendor invoices with minimal ramp-up time. The role requires strong hands-on experience in full-cycle accounts payable processing, including accurate invoice entry and coding in Sage. Candidates who are detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to contribute immediately will be well suited for this assignment.Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of outstanding vendor invoices efficiently and accurately to support timely backlog reduction.• Enter payable transactions into Sage while ensuring completeness, accuracy, and proper documentation.• Review and assign general ledger codes to invoices in accordance with internal accounting practices.• Prepare and support ACH payments and check runs to help maintain on-time disbursements.• Investigate invoice discrepancies and work with internal contacts or vendors to resolve payment issues promptly.• Learn established accounts payable procedures quickly and begin handling day-to-day tasks with limited supervision.• Maintain organized payment records and supporting files to promote audit readiness and reporting accuracy.