Accounts Payable Specialist

Aleron; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Houston is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a temporary remote position. The role involves managing invoices, ensuring timely vendor payments, and maintaining financial records. Candidates should have prior AP experience and be comfortable working remotely.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting role.
• Familiarity with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process incoming invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Bill.com

Citibank

JP Morgan Concur

Acumatica

Job description

Description

Acara Solutions has an exciting temp remote opportunity for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist with our client in Houston. This role would be a 3-6 month contract with a flexible pay rate, DOE. This will be 40 hours per week, and the candidate must be located in the US, with previous AP experience. Must be comfortable working fully remote. Apply today to be considered!

Job Summary:

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing and processing incoming invoices, ensuring timely payments to vendors, reconciling statements, and maintaining accurate financial records. This role plays a key part in the company's accounting operations by ensuring expenses are recorded and paid correctly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and verify invoices and payment requests
• Ensure proper invoice authorization
• Enter and process invoices in the payment system
• Schedule and prepare payments (check, ACH, or wire transfers)
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date vendor records
• Assist with month-end closing and reporting tasks
• Respond to vendor inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Comply with internal controls and accounting policies

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or a related accounting role
• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:

• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Bill.com, Citibank, JP Morgan Concur, Acumatica)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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