Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payment operations for a Contract position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role is well suited to someone who can manage invoice flow accurately, maintain organized financial records, and ensure timely processing across multiple payment methods. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with accounts payable activities, expense reporting, and reconciliation work while collaborating effectively with internal teams.

Responsibilities:
• Process vendor invoices with careful review of coding, approvals, and supporting documentation before entry into the payment system.
• Assign general ledger codes and match invoices to purchase orders to help maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and execute payment activities including ACH transactions and scheduled check runs in accordance with company timelines.
• Review and complete employee expense submissions, including work performed through Concur Expense, to confirm compliance and accuracy.
• Reconcile corporate credit card activity and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with employees, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accounts payable records in NetSuite and ensure invoice, payment, and vendor data is current and complete.
• Investigate payment issues, respond to vendor inquiries, and follow through on open items to support smooth financial operations.
• Assist with routine reporting and other accounts payable tasks needed to keep month-end processes organized and on schedule.• At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, account coding, and purchase order matching.
• Experience processing ACH payments, check runs, and other standard disbursement activities.
• Familiarity with employee expense reporting and credit card reconciliation procedures.
• Hands-on experience using Concur Expense, NetSuite, or similar financial systems.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and handle a steady volume of transactions.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal business partners.