Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary Contract; Immediate Opportunity)

Princeton, NJ | Hybrid/On-Site | Temporary Contract

Compensation: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

A organization is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support its finance team on a temporary contract basis. This role offers a great opportunity for an early-career accounting professional to gain experience in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while supporting key finance operations initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with invoice processing and ensure compliance with established financial policies and procedures
• Support expense management activities, including audits, accruals, reporting, and end-user support
• Monitor and manage expense-related mailboxes
• Support purchase order processes, including setup, maintenance, and user training
• Assist with corporate credit card administration, maintenance, and issue resolution
• Collaborate with finance and cross-functional teams to improve processes and support daily operations
• Maintain accurate records and support month-end and operational finance activities as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field a plus*
• 1-3 years of accounting, finance, accounts payable, or finance operations experience
• Understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and revenue recognition
• Experience working in a regulated environment such as pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and stakeholder groups
• Experience with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience is highly preferred

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Gain experience with a global, growth-oriented organization
• Work alongside experienced finance leaders and professionals
• Exposure to accounting operations, expense management, procurement, and financial controls
• Opportunity to expand ERP and finance systems expertise

For immediate consideration, please email your resume to: View email address on click.appcast.io

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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