Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a transport organization in Atlanta, Georgia. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who brings strong invoice processing experience, sound account coding knowledge, and a detail-focused approach to payment operations. The position is fully onsite and will play an important role in maintaining timely, accurate disbursements while supporting cost-related financial activities.

Responsibilities:
• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices accurately to ensure expenses are recorded to the appropriate accounts and cost categories.
• Process accounts payable transactions from receipt through payment, maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.
• Prepare and manage ACH payment activity while verifying approvals, payment details, and supporting records.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate discrepancies, and work with internal teams or suppliers to resolve payment issues promptly.
• Support cost-related tracking and reporting by applying construction or project expense knowledge where applicable.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and audit-ready records in accordance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Collaborate with finance and operations personnel to confirm invoice allocations, coding accuracy, and payment priorities.
• Use JD Edwards to manage payable workflows, update transaction details, and monitor outstanding items.

• Experience in accounts payable with a strong understanding of full-cycle invoice processing, with a focus on researching and resolving discrepancies.

• Ability to assign accurate general ledger or cost codes to invoices and payment records.

• Hands-on experience processing ACH transactions and supporting electronic payment activities.

• Familiarity with JD Edwards for accounts payable or related accounting functions.

• Knowledge of cost accounting principles, with construction cost exposure preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling high-volume financial data.

• Ability to work effectively in an onsite environment in Atlanta, Georgia.