Bilingual Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a bilingual Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing team in Houston, Texas in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports day-to-day invoice processing, vendor payment activity, and account reconciliation while maintaining strong accuracy and adherence to accounting controls. The ideal candidate brings solid accounts payable experience, works well under deadlines, and communicates effectively with both vendors and internal stakeholders.Responsibilities:• Review purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to complete accurate three-way matching and enter non-PO invoices in accordance with established accounting guidelines.• Process a high volume of invoices each day while maintaining accuracy, proper coding, and compliance with internal procedures.• Research billing differences, reconcile mismatches between purchasing documents and invoices, and coordinate resolution with the appropriate teams.• Prepare accrual information within required timelines, determine when expenses should be accrued, and complete supporting Excel reporting for submission.• Apply correct accounting treatment for prepaid expenses and vendor down payments during invoice processing.• Execute weekly payment activities, including preparing checks for distribution and supporting timely vendor disbursements.• Support vendor onboarding by gathering required documentation and ensuring setup follows company policy and control standards.• Monitor unresolved checks, perform follow-up with vendors or internal contacts, process remote deposits, and escalate outstanding issues when needed.• Partner with cross-functional teams to address open items and follow documented desk procedures consistently in daily work.