Accounts Payable Specialist

Our client, a leading retail company, is seeking a Temporary Accounts Payable Analyst to join their accounting team. The ideal candidate will have strong end-to-end Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment, along with proficiency in SAP and advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs. This is a 4–6 month contract opportunity. Title: Temp AP Analyst Location: NYC, NY 10020 Hours/Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9am -5pm (40 hour work week) (fully onsite) Pay Rate: up to $27/hr Responsibilities Manage the full-cycle Accounts Payable process, including invoice receipt, coding, approvals, and payment processing Perform three-way matching (PO, invoice, and receiving documents) Post journal entries and assist with month-end closing tasks Reconcile AP sub-ledger to the general ledger and resolve discrepancies Prepare and cut checks, process ACH and wire payments Respond promptly and professionally to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships Support internal teams with payment-related reporting and account reconciliations Ensure compliance with company policies and internal controls Assist with AP process improvements and automation initiatives as needed Qualifications 5+ years of full-cycle Accounts Payable experience, preferably in a retail environment Hands‑on experience with SAP Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs Solid understanding of accounting principles and month‑end close processes Detail‑oriented, organized, and capable of meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced setting Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Accounting/Auditing Industries Retail Benefits Medical insurance Vision insurance Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ascendo Resources by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascendo Resources