Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy accounting team in Birmingham, Alabama. This Long-term Contract position will focus on high-volume invoice entry and payment processing in a fast-paced environment, with daily invoice volume ranging from approximately 100 to 300 items. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable experience, works well in a structured team setting, and can quickly adapt to established workflows and tools.

Responsibilities:
• Enter and review a high volume of vendor invoices with accuracy and attention to coding details.
• Process accounts payable transactions efficiently to help maintain timely payment cycles.
• Match invoice information to supporting documentation and resolve discrepancies when needed.
• Assist with payment activities, including ACH transactions and check run preparation.
• Apply correct account coding to invoices in accordance with company procedures and accounting standards.
• Use accounting and invoice-processing systems such as JD Edwards, Perceptive, Integra, or similar platforms to manage daily tasks.
• Coordinate with the controller and accounting team to keep workflows organized during periods of increased volume.
• Support general accounts payable operations while following training, instructions, and established internal processes.• Prior experience in accounts payable with a strong understanding of invoice entry and payment processing.
• Ability to manage high-volume workloads while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with account coding and coding invoices in an accounting environment.
• Familiarity with ACH processing and check run support.
• Proficiency with ERP or invoice management systems such as JD Edwards, Perceptive, Integra, or comparable software.
• Background in materials-related accounts payable is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, detail-focused office setting.