Temporary Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Temporary Senior Accounts Payable Specialist based in the United States. This is an opportunity for an experienced accounts payable professional to take ownership of critical financial operations during a temporary three-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. You will also contribute to month-end close activities and identify practical ways to improve workflows and financial processes. Independently manage daily accounts payable operations, including invoice intake, coding, approval follow-ups, exception resolution, and payment preparation. Process and review invoices and Concur expense reports, ensuring accuracy, appropriate coding, complete documentation, required approvals, and compliance with internal policies. Review accounts payable aging reports and outstanding items, investigate unusual or overdue balances, and support reconciliations, accruals, and timely month-end close activities. Prepare and initiate domestic and international wire and ACH payment runs in accordance with approval workflows, segregation-of-duties requirements, and security procedures. Identify unusual, urgent, or potentially risky payment requests and escalate them appropriately. Act as a dependable point of contact for employees, vendors, and Finance colleagues, resolving routine issues independently while keeping the AP Director informed of significant risks and trends. Use ERP reporting tools and Excel to identify errors, analyze recurring issues, and recommend improvements through system functionality, automation, and approved AI tools where appropriate. 5–7 or more years of progressive accounts payable or related accounting experience, including substantial independent responsibility for managing AP workflows. Strong understanding of general ledger coding, accruals, account reconciliations, internal controls, and the impact of accounts payable activities on financial reporting and cash requirements. Advanced Excel proficiency, including pivot tables, lookup functions, and analysis of large transaction datasets. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and hands-on experience with ERP and expense management systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with vendors, employees, and Finance stakeholders. High attention to detail, initiative, and sound professional judgment, including the ability to determine when to resolve issues independently and when to escalate financial, compliance, or control risks. Hourly compensation: $40–$43 USD per hour. Initial three-month temporary contract, with potential for extension. The position is advertised as remote, subject to the role's location and business requirements. Healthcare coverage, paid time off, retirement benefits, and other additional perks are not specified in the available posting. \We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR).