Accounts Payable Specialist

Build a career with a nationally recognized industry leader focused on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Contribute to meaningful work that supports large-scale environmental initiatives while gaining long-term growth opportunities in a fast-paced finance environment. This contract-to-hire opportunity offers strong potential for permanent placement and access to outstanding benefits upon hire. Primary Services is actively recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a large and rapidly expanding organization in the environmental services industry. This role is ideal for an accounting professional with a strong background in high-volume accounts payable operations, reconciliations, and vendor management. You'll work alongside finance professionals supporting nationwide operations and contribute to accurate, efficient financial processes. Responsibilities Review and verify invoices for accuracy, completeness, and authorization before payment processing. Research and resolve invoice discrepancies while maintaining detailed documentation of findings and resolutions. Perform account reconciliations to ensure accurate vendor balances and financial reporting. Process weekly vendor payments and record online transactions within the ERP system. Respond to payment inquiries, invoice status requests, and documentation needs from internal and external stakeholders. Maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and established procedures. Manage vendor records, including vendor setup, banking information, W-9 documentation, and 1099 reporting support. Maintain strong vendor relationships through proactive communication and issue resolution. Assist with annual audit preparation and supporting financial documentation. Support special projects and cross‑functional accounting initiatives as needed. Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable processes and operational efficiency. Maintain accuracy and productivity in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Qualifications 5+ years of accounts payable or transactional accounting experience. Experience with invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor maintenance, and payment processing. Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and accounts payable best practices. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems. Experience working in a high-volume accounts payable environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, and formulas. Knowledge of 1099 processing and vendor compliance requirements. Experience supporting audit preparation activities. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP platforms preferred. Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to changing processes. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. Excellent organizational and time‑management skills. High level of professionalism in handling confidential financial information. Benefits available upon permanent hire include comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, company-paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401(k) with company match, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (PTO), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Tuition Reimbursement Program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Primary Services