Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Troy, Michigan in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is well suited for someone who brings strong payables experience, works accurately in a deadline-driven setting, and can manage daily transaction processing with limited supervision. The position supports core accounting operations through invoice review, payment processing, reconciliations, and month-end assistance while also contributing to broader finance team needs.

Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring invoices are reviewed, coded, and entered accurately and on time.
• Process purchase order invoices using three-way matching to confirm alignment between receipts, purchase orders, and billed amounts.
• Handle non-purchase-order invoices by assigning proper account codes and submitting them for timely payment.
• Review and reconcile company credit card activity each month, verifying charges and preparing payments.
• Prepare weekly employee expense reimbursements and maintain supporting documentation for payment records.
• Execute vendor disbursements through multiple payment methods, including checks, ACH, wire transfers, and card transactions.
• Support weekly cash planning by helping compile accounts payable payment projections and upcoming obligations.
• Complete monthly reconciliations for accounts payable, the general ledger, and bank activity, and assist with period-end close tasks.
• Provide documentation and transaction support during audit reviews, while also assisting with clerical finance duties and cross-coverage for accounts receivable when needed.• At least 3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience in an accounting or finance environment with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to code invoices, enter vouchers, and process payments with a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience working with three-way match procedures and non-PO invoice processing.
• Proficiency with SAP or a comparable ERP system used for accounts payable transactions.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to organize, review, and reconcile financial data.
• Familiarity with payment methods such as ACH, check runs, wire transfers, and corporate card activity.
• Ability to work independently, manage recurring deadlines, and support multiple accounting priorities effectively.