Senior AP Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing full-cycle accounts payable activities and supporting the accounting team by ensuring invoices, payments, and financial records are processed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and accounting standards. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactions. The Accounts Payable Specialist serves as a key resource for resolving discrepancies, improving processes, and supporting day-to-day accounting operations.

• Manage the full-cycle accounts payable process from invoice receipt through payment.
• Review, code, and process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Verify invoice details, ensure proper cost allocations, confirm three-way match requirements, and obtain necessary approvals prior to processing.
• Process invoices within the company's accounting and ERP systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams to research, validate, and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Assist in training team members on accounts payable procedures, systems, and best practices.
• Perform vendor statement reconciliations and resolve outstanding issues.
• Analyze and reconcile assigned general ledger accounts.
• Maintain organized and accurate records to support month-end close and audit activities.
• Support process improvement initiatives and assist with additional accounting responsibilities as needed.

• Experience in accounts payable and high-volume invoice processing.
• Strong data entry skills with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and the chart of accounts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.
• Experience working with accounting and ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reporting, analysis, and reconciliations.
• Ability to research, identify, and resolve invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Experience in accounts payable, bookkeeping, accounting, or a related field.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems.
• Familiarity with vendor statement reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to new systems, technologies, and process changes.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

This is a fully onsite position operating during standard business hours, Monday through Friday. The role is based in a professional office environment and offers the opportunity to work alongside an established accounting team in a collaborative and supportive culture. The organization values continuous improvement, employee development, and operational excellence. This position provides exposure to a variety of accounting functions and opportunities to contribute to process enhancements while supporting daily financial operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Kansas City, KS.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Kansas City,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.