Accounts Payable Specialist I

Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Plant City, FL Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Contract Duration: Approximately 29 weeks (1,168 total hours) Travel: None required

A leading company in the food distribution industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract position based in Plant City, FL. This role is ideal for a candidate with 1-3 years of accounts payable experience who can perform well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a high level of accuracy to the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Process customer credits and maintain proper documentation
• Clear and reconcile the Accounts Payable Trial Balance
• Review and process freight invoices
• Charge expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and expense reports
• Record accounting entries in accordance with company procedures
• Monitor payment schedules and identify available discount opportunities
• Verify vendor information for accuracy and compliance

Required Qualifications

• 1-3 years of accounts payable experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with freight invoice processing
• Experience reconciling Accounts Payable Trial Balances
• Familiarity with vendor and expense processing workflows

About the Role

This is a full-time contract position offering 40 hours per week within a standard weekly timesheet structure. The role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a well-established organization in the food distribution sector while developing valuable accounts payable and financial reconciliation skills.