AP Specialist

Kforce's client in Farmington, CT is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support invoice processing, vendor payments, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions, maintaining vendor records, and supporting compliance with company policies and internal controls. The ideal candidate has experience in high-volume AP environments and strong knowledge of invoice processing and accounting procedures.Key Responsibilities:Accounts Payable Processing:

• Receive, review, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely
• Match invoices to purchase orders, packing slips, and approval documentation
• Verify pricing, quantities, taxes, account coding, and supporting information
• Process invoices in the accounting system and maintain accurate transaction records
• Prepare and process check runs, ACH payments, and credit card payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and research outstanding balances or discrepancies
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve invoice and payment issues promptly
• Maintain vendor master records, W-9 documentation, and vendor onboarding information
• Monitor accounts payable aging and assist with cash flow planning activities
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls
• Maintain organized AP documentation and records for audit purposes
• Support internal and external audit requests by providing schedules and supporting documentation
• Assist with reporting and analysis related to accounts payable activities
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and increase operational efficiency

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience
• Experience processing high-volume invoices
• Strong understanding of invoice matching, vendor reconciliations, and payment processing
• Experience working with Costpoint or OnBase required
• Knowledge of accounts payable procedures and accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
• Experience supporting month-end close activities
• Experience with ACH payments, credit card processing, and vendor maintenance
• Experience supporting audits and compliance requirements

Key Competencies:

• Accounts Payable
• Invoice Processing
• Vendor Management
• Costpoint
• OnBase
• Invoice Matching
• ACH & Payment Processing
• Vendor Reconciliations
• Month-End Close Support
• Audit Support
• Attention to Detail
• Process Improvement

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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