Accounts Payable Specialist

Matlock Group LLC; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Matlock Group LLC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their finance team in the BWI area. The role focuses on accurate vendor invoicing, timely payments, reconciliations, and supporting month-end close.

This temp-to-hire, full-time position offers steady work in a detail-oriented environment where GAAP adherence and Microsoft Excel skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent accounting experience.
• 2-5 years in accounting or accounts payable.
• Solid GAAP knowledge.
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely.
• Review invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare weekly vendor payments (ACH and wires).
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9s and banking information.
• Assist with expense reports and corporate card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP.
• Support month-end and year-end close with reconciliations and schedules.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is a well-established, mission-driven organization headquartered in the BWI area. They are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join their collaborative finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a stable environment where accuracy, organization, and teamwork are highly valued.

Position Summary

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounting operations with an emphasis on accounts payable, reconciliations, and general ledger activities. This individual will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely vendor payments, and assisting with month-end close.

This would be a temp to hire position, full-time, 40 hours a week, and would pay $28.84/hour.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Review invoices for proper coding, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments (ACH and wire transfers).
• Reconcile vendor statements and research invoice or payment discrepancies.
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9s and banking information.
• Assist with expense report processing and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journal entries in accordance with GAAP..
• Support month-end and year-end close by preparing reconciliations and schedules.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent accounting experience.
• 2-5 years of accounting or accounts payable experience.
• Solid understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.