Contractor - Accounts Payable Specialist
Caris Life Sciences
August 07, 2026
On-site
Irving, TX
Corporate Functions
Position Summary
The Accounts Payable Specialist supports responses to external vendors and internal managers regarding accounts payable processes. Identifies self-assessed sales tax invoices, verifies vendor invoice accuracy, processes 3-way matches for PO-related invoices, codes non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments, and assists with the 1099 process. Works with Finance and Accounting to support accurate, timely transactional processing related to purchasing and financial operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with AP team communication (internal and external)
- Identify self-assessed sales tax invoices
- Verify accuracy of vendor invoices scanned into accounting system
- Process monthly consolidated billings using system templates
- Process 3-way matches for PO-related invoices
- Assist with audit requests
- Participate in special projects/initiatives within the accounting department
- Research price discrepancies and coordinate with procurement to resolve
- Code non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments
- Improve department processes through ongoing communication (AP/Finance/Accounting)
- Assist with 1099 review process and other accounting projects
- Ensure policies, procedures, and documentation are current and accurate
- Standardize procedures for efficiency
Required Qualifications
- 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, multi-task, and follow up on requests/issues
- Deadline driven
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general Internet use for business
Preferred Qualifications
- Associated degree in accounting or related field
- Oracle software experience (plus)
Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions
Conditions of Employment / Application Instructions
- Complete pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for certain positions), and reference verification.
The Accounts Payable Specialist supports responses to external vendors and internal managers regarding accounts payable processes. Identifies self-assessed sales tax invoices, verifies vendor invoice accuracy, processes 3-way matches for PO-related invoices, codes non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments, and assists with the 1099 process. Works with Finance and Accounting to support accurate, timely transactional processing related to purchasing and financial operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist with AP team communication (internal and external)
- Identify self-assessed sales tax invoices
- Verify accuracy of vendor invoices scanned into accounting system
- Process monthly consolidated billings using system templates
- Process 3-way matches for PO-related invoices
- Assist with audit requests
- Participate in special projects/initiatives within the accounting department
- Research price discrepancies and coordinate with procurement to resolve
- Code non-PO invoices with correct general ledger segments
- Improve department processes through ongoing communication (AP/Finance/Accounting)
- Assist with 1099 review process and other accounting projects
- Ensure policies, procedures, and documentation are current and accurate
- Standardize procedures for efficiency
Required Qualifications
- 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, multi-task, and follow up on requests/issues
- Deadline driven
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general Internet use for business
Preferred Qualifications
- Associated degree in accounting or related field
- Oracle software experience (plus)
Training
- Job-specific, safety, and compliance training assigned based on job functions
Conditions of Employment / Application Instructions
- Complete pre-employment process: criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (for certain positions), and reference verification.