Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a fast-paced finance team in North Carolina. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who excels at managing large invoice volumes with accuracy and consistency. The role focuses on end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice review, coding, and payment support using JD Edwards, Esker, and Excel.

Responsibilities:

• Process a high volume of vendor invoices with strong attention to accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal standards.

• Review, categorize, and code invoices correctly before entering them into the accounts payable system.

• Use JD Edwards and Esker to manage invoice workflows, maintain records, and support daily AP operations.

• Prepare and assist with check runs to ensure vendors are paid according to approved schedules.

• Reconcile invoice details and resolve discrepancies by coordinating with internal departments and external vendors.

• Maintain organized documentation and update spreadsheets in Excel to track invoice status, payment activity, and outstanding items.

• Support the broader accounts payable team by helping prioritize urgent items and keeping processing queues current.

• Prior experience in accounts payable, preferably in a high-volume processing environment.

• Proficiency in invoice coding, invoice entry, and general accounts payable procedures.

• Hands-on experience using JD Edwards for accounts payable tasks.

• Familiarity with Esker or similar invoice automation platforms.

• Strong working knowledge of Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial data.

• Experience assisting with check runs and payment processing activities.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and ability to manage deadlines in a fast-moving setting.