Accounts Payable Specialist

Kelly Professional & Industrial; Arnold (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Professional & Industrial is seeking a reliable Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract role at a manufacturing plant in Arnold, PA. The position involves processing around 100 invoices weekly, performing inventory reconciliations, and collaborating with multiple departments. Candidates should have prior experience in Accounts Payable, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This hybrid role provides a business casual environment and all necessary PPE on-site. Expected duration is approximately 6 months.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or similar accounting role.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits/credits).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process approximately 100 invoices per week, primarily manual non-PO invoices.
• Match invoices and collaborate with internal teams for accurate coding.
• Perform inventory reconciliations, including yield and labor efficiency.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM (flexible start up to 7:30 AM)

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support a manufacturing plant in Arnold, PA. This is a contract role (6–7 months) to backfill a departing team member, with an immediate need to get someone in place quickly.

This position plays a key role in daily financial operations, including invoice processing, inventory reconciliation, and reporting metrics to plant leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Process approximately 100 invoices per week, primarily manual non-PO invoices
• Match invoices and collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate coding and processing
• Perform inventory reconciliations, including yield and labor efficiency reporting
• Prepare and distribute daily reports to plant leadership on prior day performance
• Work cross-functionally to gather and verify financial data
• Maintain accuracy and organization in all accounts payable activities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Payable or similar accounting role
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits/credits)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication skills and ability to work with multiple departments
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred, but not required)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including:
• SUMIF functions
• (Candidates willing to learn and grow in Excel are encouraged to apply)
• Onsite role at a manufacturing plant in Arnold, PA (approximately 30 minutes outside Pittsburgh)
• Primarily office-based, with occasional time spent on the plant floor
• Business casual environment (jeans permitted)
• All required PPE provided when entering the plant
• No check processing (payments handled via ACH at corporate level)
• Fast-paced environment requiring strong organization and time management
• Position expected to last approximately 6 months

What We’re Looking For

• Dependable and punctual with strong work ethic
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy
• Team player who communicates effectively across departments