Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Taunton, Massachusetts on a Contract basis. This position is well suited for someone who is highly organized, accurate with large volumes of financial information, and comfortable handling invoice processing in a fast-paced environment. The role focuses on maintaining timely and precise accounts payable records while supporting day-to-day payment operations.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Review and assign the correct general ledger coding to invoices before entry.
• Enter invoice information into the accounting system efficiently and consistently.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and related documentation when applicable.
• Handle non-purchase-order corporate payables in accordance with established procedures.
• Verify invoice details, resolve discrepancies, and follow up on missing or incomplete information.
• Maintain organized payable records to support reporting, audits, and payment tracking.• Prior experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role.
• Strong data entry skills with the ability to manage repetitive tasks accurately.
• Practical knowledge of invoice coding and accounts payable workflows.
• Experience matching invoices with purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Solid attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies in financial records.
• Comfortable working with accounting systems and standard office software.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.