Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a banking organization in Wilmington, Delaware. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can manage a steady invoice volume, work efficiently in a fast-moving environment, and contribute to accurate financial operations. The role combines day-to-day payable processing with support for reconciliations, reporting, and month-end activities while partnering closely with internal teams and external vendors.

Responsibilities:

• Review, code, and process a high volume of invoices each month with accuracy and in accordance with internal approval procedures.

• Track outstanding vendor payments, investigate billing issues, and coordinate resolutions to help ensure timely and accurate disbursements.

• Prepare account reconciliations, accrual entries, and supporting documentation related to monthly close activities.

• Assist with financial reporting by compiling variance details and maintaining reliable records for operations-related expenses.

• Execute core accounts payable tasks, including payment scheduling, ACH activity, and check run support.

• Provide backup coverage for invoice processing across additional business areas when needed.

• Use AP platforms such as Oracle and spreadsheet tools to maintain organized records and support daily processing demands.

• Contribute to process enhancement efforts and respond to ad hoc requests tied to accounting and payment workflows.

• At least 3 years of experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support function.
• Hands-on experience working with AP systems, including Oracle or a comparable enterprise platform.
• Demonstrated ability to code invoices correctly and manage account coding requirements with minimal oversight.
• Practical knowledge of ACH transactions, check processing, and standard payment operations.
• Strong Excel skills for tracking, reconciliation, and reporting tasks.
• Ability to manage approximately 200 to 300 invoices per month in a fast-paced setting.
• High attention to detail with solid problem-solving skills for resolving invoice and billing discrepancies.