Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Location: Overland Park, KS Contract Position with Potential for Extension or Conversion Our client in Overland Park is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support their growing team. This role is responsible for managing high-volume accounts payable operations, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing, payment execution, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a large ERP environment, strong three-way matching skills, and exceptional attention to detail. This is an excellent opportunity for an AP professional looking to gain experience with a dynamic and expanding organization while working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities Process high-volume accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently. Perform invoice coding, validation, and three-way matching. Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and PO match exceptions. Ensure timely and accurate vendor payments. Maintain AP records and documentation in compliance with company policies. Generate and support management reporting as needed. Collaborate with internal departments and vendors to resolve payment-related issues. Provide excellent customer service while maintaining strong fiduciary responsibility. Required Qualifications 1+ year of accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment. Experience with invoice processing and three-way matching. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel. Experience working within an ERP system such as Workday, Oracle, SAP, or a similar platform . Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience handling PO match exceptions. Workday experience. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. Why Consider This Opportunity? Join a reputable and growing organization. Gain exposure to advanced AP processes and large ERP systems. Work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams. Opportunity for contract extension or potential permanent employment based on performance and business needs. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Overland Park, KS. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.00/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) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Overland Park,KS. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026. 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 click.appcast.io 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr