Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable SpecialistWe are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a high-tech pharm/biotech organization in Westlake, Texas in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced finance environment, enjoys working with detail-driven processes, and takes pride in maintaining accuracy across vendor payments and records. The role will support day-to-day accounts payable operations while partnering with internal teams and suppliers to keep transactions timely, organized, and compliant.Responsibilities:Process a large volume of supplier invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning the correct accounting codes, and entering transactions accurately into the financial system.Verify payment requests through three-way matching by comparing purchase orders, receiving records, and invoice details before routing items for approval.Coordinate weekly disbursements using checks, ACH, and wire transfers while helping improve efficiency in payment processing activities.Reconcile vendor statements, investigate invoice or billing issues, and communicate with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in a thorough manner.Maintain up-to-date vendor files, including banking details and required tax forms, to support accurate and compliant payment setup.Assist with monthly close tasks by preparing expense accrual information and supporting account reconciliations in the general ledger.Organize and retain electronic and physical accounts payable records so documentation is readily available for internal review and external audit requests.