Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledgent's Houston-area client is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a collaborative accounting team. This temp-to-hire role handles invoicing, vendor communication, payments, and month-end close support in a high-volume environment.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years AP experience, strong Excel skills, and a meticulous attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• At least 2 years of accounts payable experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Detail-oriented with accuracy.
• Experience in a manual accounts payable environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices with proper GL coding and approvals.
• Enter high-volume invoices from multiple locations.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Process weekly check runs, wire transfers, and positive pay uploads.
• Maintain vendor records and monitor daily banking activity including ACH.
• Assist with audits, intercompany reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Provide AP support as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accounts Payable experience

Communication

Multitasking

Excel

Problem solving

Vendor relations

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Our client, a well-established distribution company, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join their team in Central Houston. This is a temp-to-hire opportunity offering stability, long-term growth, and the chance to be part of a collaborative accounting team.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices, ensuring proper GL coding and approvals
• Accurately enter high-volume invoices received from multiple locations
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice and payment discrepancies
• Process weekly check runs, wire transfers, and positive pay uploads
• Maintain vendor records and monitor daily banking activity, including ACH transactions
• Assist with audits, intercompany reconciliations, and month-end close activities
• Provide additional accounts payable support as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of Accounts Payable experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Experience working within a manual accounts payable environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting

Why Apply?

• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term career potential
• Join a respected and growing organization
• Collaborative team environment
• Northwest Houston location

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.