Accounts Payable Specialist

Senior Accounts Payable Specialist – Contract Duration: Approximately 6 months Schedule: Full-time Position Type: Contract Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Specialist for an approximately six-month contract assignment supporting an established Accounts Payable team during a period of transition and increased project activity. This position is intended for an experienced AP professional who can step into a fast-paced environment and contribute with limited day-to-day direction. The individual will provide hands‑on support for both special projects and ongoing accounts payable activities, with a particular focus on projects associated with the integration of acquired businesses into the company's primary ERP system. The ideal candidate will bring at least five years of progressive accounts payable experience, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently identify and work through outstanding items. Experience with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne is strongly preferred. Responsibilities Support accounts payable projects related to the integration of acquired companies into the organization's primary ERP system, JD Edwards EnterpriseOne. Assist with the setup and maintenance of model journals, including recurring expenses such as utility payments. Run and analyze AP reports, identify aged or outstanding items, and independently follow through to resolution. Review and organize AP data associated with system and vendor transitions. Assist with transitioning vendors to ACH and other electronic payment methods. Process invoices and provide transactional AP support when department backlogs arise. Research invoice, payment, vendor, and account discrepancies and coordinate resolution with appropriate internal and external stakeholders. Support the AP leadership team with special projects and process improvement initiatives as needed. Work independently within established accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls. Qualifications 5+ years of hands‑on Accounts Payable experience. Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision. Strong understanding of the full accounts payable lifecycle, including invoice processing, vendor management, payment processing, reconciliations, and issue resolution. Experience working within a large or complex ERP environment. JD Edwards EnterpriseOne experience strongly preferred. Experience supporting acquisitions, ERP integrations, system conversions, or similar AP projects is highly desirable. Strong Excel and data‑analysis skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to balance project‑based work with day‑to‑day transactional responsibilities. Comfortable entering an established department and becoming productive quickly. Required Skills Hands‑on Accounts Payable experience. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. Understanding of the full accounts payable lifecycle. Experience working within a large or complex ERP environment. Strong Excel and data‑analysis skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to balance project‑based work with day‑to‑day transactional responsibilities. Preferred Skills JD Edwards EnterpriseOne experience strongly preferred. Experience supporting acquisitions, ERP integrations, system conversions, or similar AP projects is highly desirable. Ideal Candidate Profile This opportunity is particularly well suited for an experienced AP professional who enjoys project‑oriented work and can quickly assess what needs to be done without requiring extensive training or oversight. The successful candidate will be comfortable moving between higher‑level AP projects, data analysis and hands‑on invoice processing based on the needs of the department. #J-18808-Ljbffr Wesley Mingledorff Talent Partners