Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a manufacturing operation in Moore, South Carolina through accurate and timely processing of supplier payments. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on accounts payable experience who can manage invoice workflows, apply precise account coding, and maintain strong payment controls. The role REQUIRES solid Excel capability, familiarity with SAP, and a detail-oriented approach to handling high-volume financial transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, assign appropriate general ledger coding, and prepare items for timely processing.

• Manage the full accounts payable cycle, including invoice entry, payment scheduling, and reconciliation of vendor-related transactions.

• Process ACH payments and assist with check runs while ensuring compliance with internal approval requirements.

• Investigate invoice discrepancies, resolve payment issues with vendors, and follow through on outstanding items to completion.

• Maintain organized records of payable activity and support month-end reporting by providing accurate transaction details.

• Use SAP and Excel to track payment status, analyze account activity, and improve the accuracy of accounts payable data.

• Coordinate with internal departments to confirm purchase and invoice information before payment is released.

• At least 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding, account coding, and day-to-day AP transaction processing.
• Experience handling ACH payments and supporting check run activities.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manage and review transactional data efficiently.
• Prior experience using SAP in an accounts payable environment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.