AP Specialist

AP Specialist | Up to $25/hr. | Contract-to-Perm! Location: Greater Tampa Bay | Fully In-Office | Local Candidates Only We are supporting a growing organization in finding a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join their centralized team. The company has continued to expand across multiple sites, creating the need for strong AP support. As the structure has evolved, team members now specialize in defined process areas rather than managing AP end to end. This position specifically owns the weekly check run cycle and requires someone who thrives on responsibility and organization. Success in this role depends on reliability, forward planning, and strong follow through. If you enjoy being the go to person for a core AP function, this opportunity offers long term stability and growth. Successful completion of background, drug and reference checks required! Responsibilities Manage and execute weekly check runs with accuracy and timeliness Prepare all required documentation and approvals ahead of scheduled disbursements Monitor vendor payment queues and resolve issues proactively Communicate professionally with vendors via phone and email regarding payment status Reconcile vendor statements and identify discrepancies Maintain organized records for audit readiness Coordinate with internal departments to obtain missing information Track deadlines and plan ahead to avoid delays in check run cycles Support AP leadership with process updates and improvements Assist with high volume invoice processing as needed Operate efficiently within multiple financial systems simultaneously Contribute to month end tasks during peak periods Requirements 3+ years of Accounts Payable experience, including check run responsibilities – required! Comfortable working across multiple systems and toggling between platforms Strong Excel foundation; ability to learn additional functions quickly High attention to detail withprovenaccuracy in reconciliations Confident communicating with vendors and resolving issues directly Experience in a high volume environment preferred Demonstrated reliability and proactive problem solving Why You’ll Love Working Here Opportunity to convert to a permanent role with long term stability A growing organization that continues to expand and centralize its accounting operations Clear, structured AP responsibilities with a defined area of ownership Supportive leadership that values initiative, maturity, and accountability A collaborative environment where process improvement is encouraged #J-18808-Ljbffr