AP Specialist

Job Title

Accounts Payable Clerk

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Clerk plays a vital role in supporting day-to-day financial operations by processing vendor invoices, expense reports, and payment activities. This position ensures the accurate recording of payable transactions, reconciles assigned general ledger accounts, and collaborates with internal teams to resolve discrepancies. The role operates in a fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on accuracy, organization, and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and process vendor invoices and payment requests in accordance with established procedures.

• Assist with weekly payment runs, including preparation of supporting reports and mailing of issued checks.

• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, purchase order issues, and payment inquiries.

• Perform routine reconciliations of accounts payable-related general ledger accounts and maintain supporting documentation.

• Match purchase order invoices with receiving documentation and enter data into the accounting system for payment processing.

• Process employee expense reports on a recurring basis.

• Communicate professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders via phone, email, and written correspondence.

• Provide payment status updates as requested by internal departments.

• Support additional accounting or administrative tasks as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications Required

• At least 1 year of hands-on accounts payable experience.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred; exposure to food or consumer packaged goods is a plus.

• Solid understanding of general accounting principles and financial transaction processing.

• Attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy.

• Ability to manage high transaction volume while consistently meeting deadlines.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Problem-solving, analytical, and organizational abilities.

• Capable of working independently while also collaborating across departments.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with a flexible start time between 6:00am and 8:00am and ending between 3:00pm to 5:00pm. Once trained, there will be an opportunity for one day of hybrid work. The work setting is a cubicle environment with individual desk areas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Little Chute, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Little Chute,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.