Contractor - Accounts Payable Specialist

Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist assists vendors and internal managers with accounts payable processes, including identifying self-assessed sales tax invoices, verifying vendor invoice accuracy, processing 3-way matches for PO-related invoices, coding non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments, and supporting the 1099 process.

Job Responsibilities
- Assist with AP team communication (internal and external)
- Identify self-assessed sales tax invoices
- Verify accuracy of vendor invoices scanned into the accounting system
- Process monthly consolidated billings using system templates
- Process 3-way matches for PO-related invoices
- Assist with audit requests as needed
- Research price discrepancies and communicate with the procurement team
- Code non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments
- Improve departmental processes through communication with AP/Finance/Accounting
- Assist with the 1099 review process and other accounting projects
- Ensure policies, procedures, and documentation are current and accurate
- Standardize procedures for efficiency

Required Qualifications / Skills
- High school diploma
- 1+ years of experience
- Strong attention to detail and thoroughness
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to problem solve, multitask, and follow up
- Deadline driven
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and basic business internet use

Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree in accounting or related field
- Oracle software experience (plus)

Physical Demands
- Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods
- Ability to perform repetitive motion

Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions