Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Job Description
We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to manage the end-to-end accounts payable process. This includes timely and accurate invoice processing, cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining positive vendor relationships. The role requires a proactive individual who can identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Inventory Management, and Receiving departments.
• Identify and document root causes of payment delays and errors, implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain positive relationships with vendors.
• Identify and implement process improvements and system enhancements.
• Enforce corporate credit card policy, including setup, fraud monitoring, and monthly statement review and posting.
• Enforce travel and expense policy, facilitate approvals, and manage payments.
• Perform general ledger accounting tasks, including preparation of journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with external financial statement audits.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations, including preparation of annual 1099 filings.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of experience in end-to-end accounts payable process.
• AP 3-way matching
• Proven experience in a high-growth, technology-driven environment.
• Hands-on expertise with Tipalti and/or Ramp. (nice to have)
• Ability to process no less than 200 invoices per week. (must have)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
• Experience with full cycle accounts payable, reconciliation, and vendor maintenance.

Work Environment
This role is 100% onsite, Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The environment is fast-paced, reflecting a start-up mode. The target is to process and route 250 invoices a week to the appropriate departments. Initially, the role be in a new office in Seattle, WA. Public transit is recommended for commuting.
We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.
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. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401(k)/Roth
• Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D
• Short and long-term disability
• HSA & DCFSA
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Time off or State Sick Leave

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $34.00 - $37.00/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 Seattle,WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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.