Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist

Lexington, NC 27295

Employment Type: Contract to Perm

Job Category: Office

Pay Rate: $23.00 / hour

Accounts Payable Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This position offers the opportunity to transition to a permanent role for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage the accounts payable inbox, responding to vendor inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Process and code incoming vendor invoices
• Issue vendor payments via ACH and check
• Reconcile American Express statements
• Scan, file, and maintain records of paper invoices
• Match purchase orders (POs), receivers, and invoices to ensure accuracy before system upload
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices

Additional Responsibilities:

• Crosstrain to support Accounts Receivable as needed
• Assist with basic HR-related tasks when required

Qualifications:

• Prior accounting experience required, with a strong focus on Accounts Payable
• Ability to multitask and manage a high volume of work with accuracy
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Experience with AS400 and/or Sage is a plus
• Familiarity with currency exchange rates and international vendors is a plus