Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a manufacturing organization in Fort Collins, Colorado. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who excels at managing invoice activity, maintaining accurate payables records, and keeping vendor payments on schedule. The person in this role will work closely with finance and operational teams to help ensure financial accuracy, resolve payment issues, and contribute to an efficient accounts payable process.

Responsibilities:
• Manage a high volume of incoming vendor invoices and enter them accurately within required timelines.
• Examine invoices for correct approvals, general ledger coding, and complete supporting documentation before processing.
• Compare purchase orders, receiving records, and invoice details to identify mismatches and coordinate resolution of discrepancies.
• Execute payment activities, including check runs, ACH transactions, and wire payments, in accordance with established schedules.
• Reconcile vendor account statements and address supplier questions or payment concerns in a timely and thorough manner.
• Maintain organized accounts payable documentation and uphold compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Assist with month-end tasks by preparing accrual-related support and reconciling accounts connected to payables activity.
• Provide audit support by gathering requested records, payment details, and reporting documentation.
• Partner with internal departments to resolve invoicing problems and improve the flow of payment-related information.
• Recommend and support enhancements to accounts payable workflows, controls, and overall process efficiency.• Prior experience in accounts payable, including invoice processing and vendor account support.
• Working knowledge of account coding, invoice review, and three-way matching practices.
• Experience handling electronic payments such as ACH, along with check run processing.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and follow established procedures consistently.
• Clear communication skills for working with vendors and cross-functional internal teams.
• Proficiency with standard accounting systems and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.