Accounts Payable Associate

Talentify; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking an Accounts Payable Associate for an on-site contract role in Columbia, MD. The position supports our client’s Procure-to-Pay process by creating, coding, and auditing vendor invoices, and handling expense reimbursements and client refunds.

Work hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. This temporary assignment runs through February 2027, with a pay rate of $24.00 per hour and benefits as described in the standard temporary role package.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Excel.
• Invoice processing and reconciliation skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, code, and audit vendor invoices in the Procure-to-Pay system.
• Audit and approve employee expense reimbursements in Concur.
• Process check requests and client refunds through electronic forms.
• Code payments per Accounts Payable instructions.
• Integrate and post invoice files into Business Central.
• Audit invoice batches for accuracy and reconcile vendor statements.
• Research outstanding invoices and monitor the Accounts Payable email account.
• Assist with new vendor setup procedures and distribute checks as instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounts payable

Invoice processing

Data entry

Reconciliation

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Accounts Payable Associate

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join our team. This role involves creating, coding, and auditing vendor invoices, processing expense reimbursements, and handling client refunds. The position is temporary, providing support for a new system implementation until February 2027.

Responsibilities

• Create, code, and audit vendor invoices in the Procure-to-Pay system.
• Audit and approve employee expense reimbursements in Concur.
• Process check requests and client refunds through electronic forms.
• Code payments in accordance with Accounts Payable instructions.
• Integrate and post invoice files into Business Central.
• Audit invoice batches for accuracy and reconcile vendor statements.
• Research outstanding invoices and assist with monitoring the Accounts Payable email account.
• Assist with new vendor setup procedures and distribute checks as instructed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Accounts payable expertise.
• Invoice processing and reconciliation skills.
• Proficiency in data entry and Microsoft Excel.
• 2-3 years of experience in Accounts Payable.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Excel and accounting principles.
• Familiarity with invoicing procedures.

Work Environment

• This role requires working on-site from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbia, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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 Columbia,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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 [e-mail] 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 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.