Role: Contract Position (November 2026 – February 2027)
Location: Jacksonville, FL 32256 - Hybrid in office Tuesday - Thursday
Start Date: ASAP
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Accounts Payable Specialist to support the finance team through the end of February. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of Accounts Payable experience, a strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes, and the ability to independently manage invoice processing and resolve payment issues.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice receipt, review, coding, and processing.
- Perform three-way matching by verifying invoices against purchase orders and receiving documentation.
- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment exceptions, and vendor account issues.
- Reconcile vendor statements and ensure outstanding balances are addressed.
- Communicate directly with vendors and internal departments regarding invoice questions and payment status.
- Ensure invoices are accurately coded to the appropriate GL accounts and cost centers.
- Monitor vendor accounts to ensure timely payments and adherence to payment terms.
- Assist with month-end close activities and ensure AP transactions are recorded accurately.
- Maintain organized and accurate AP documentation and records.
- Support reporting, account reconciliations, and additional AP-related projects as needed.
- Follow established accounting procedures and internal controls.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience.
- Strong understanding of full-cycle AP processes and invoice workflows.
- Demonstrated experience with high-volume invoice processing.
- Hands-on three-way matching experience.
- Experience researching discrepancies and resolving invoice and vendor payment issues.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including lookups and pivot tables.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Experience with Oracle or NetSuite (strongly preferred).
- Previous experience working in a large ERP/accounting system.
- Exposure to EDI invoice processing and exception resolution.
- Experience handling international vendors or multi-currency transactions.
- Familiarity with AP reporting, reconciliations, and month-end close.