Accounts Payable Specialist II

Accounts Payable Specialist II Location: Independence, OH (Hybrid after training) Compensation: $24-$26 an hour depending on experience Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire The Opportunity We'repartnering with a growth-oriented organization to add an Accounts Payable Specialist II to their team. This role goes beyond transactional accounts payable-it's centered on investigating data, validating financial activity, and ensuring accuracy across a multi-entity environment . This is an ideal fit for someone who enjoys digging into details, working extensively in Excel, and playing a key role in maintaining clean, reliable financial data. What You'll Be Responsible For Invoice & Expense Oversight Review and validate employee expense submissions for compliance and accuracy Evaluate invoices against supporting documentation (contracts, approvals, receipts) Identify inconsistencies in pricing, coding, or approvals and resolve discrepancies Assign expenses to the appropriate entities and general ledger accounts across multiple business units Execute manual matching processes in a non-automated environment Data Analysis & Reconciliation Use Excel as a primary tool to analyze financial activity and reconcile discrepancies Maintain and update spreadsheets that track invoice workflows and expense activity Build pivot tables and apply formulas to identify trends, errors, or missing data Troubleshoot reporting inconsistencies and repair broken formulas when needed Systems & Process Support Work within current ERP (Microsoft Great Plains) while supporting a transition to Business Central Help sustain accuracy during ongoing system and process changes Adapt to evolving tools, including expense management platforms similar to Concur Cross-Functional Collaboration Communicate with internal stakeholders to clarify expense details or resolve open items Interpret and act on detailed documentation and email instructions Partner with team members to ensure consistency in processes across entities What Makes This Role Unique Moderate invoice volume, but high complexity and critical thinking required Significant focus on expense reporting rather than standard AP workflows Multi-entity environment (20+ entities) requiring strong coding and structure awareness High reliance on Excel as a day-to-day decision-making tool What You Bring Core Experience Background in Accounts Payable, expense auditing, or similar accounting function Exposure to multi-entity or multi-location accounting environments preferred Experience working outside of fully automated AP systems (manual review/coding) Technical Skills Advanced Excel capabilities required: Lookup functions (XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP) Logical formulas (IF statements) Pivot tables (build, modify, troubleshoot) Familiarity with ERP systems (Great Plains, Business Central, or similar) a plus Professional Strengths Strong analytical mindset with a natural curiosity for problem-solving High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to self-manage workload and take ownership of outcomes Comfortable working independently while collaborating when needed Transparent and accountable when identifying and correcting errors Work Environment & Schedule Hybrid model: onsite during onboarding, then remote flexibility Standard hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (flexibility available) Equipment provided for home office setup Collaborative AP team with direct access to leadership Pay Details: $24.00 to $26.00 per hour Search managed by: Tyler Alders Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: 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.