Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Kentucky in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position focuses on supporting day-to-day payables activity with accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to financial detail. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience managing invoice processing, payment coordination, and coding tasks in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities:
• Review incoming invoices, verify supporting details, and assign accurate coding before processing for payment.
• Manage accounts payable transactions from receipt through completion while maintaining organized and reliable records.
• Prepare and coordinate ACH payments and check runs to ensure vendors are paid correctly and on schedule.
• Reconcile payable activity, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with internal teams or external vendors.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and accounting controls throughout the payment process.
• Support routine reporting and provide updates on payment status, outstanding items, and workflow priorities.• Prior experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support position.
• Demonstrated ability to code invoices accurately and handle account allocations with consistency.
• Working knowledge of ACH transactions, check processing, and standard payment procedures.
• Familiarity with invoice review, data entry, and maintaining detailed financial records.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a high-volume environment.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.