Accounts Payable Specialist

LHH; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

A staffing and workforce solutions firm is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist in Middlesex, NJ. The successful candidate will manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice processing and employee expense reports, while maintaining accurate records. A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience is required. Benefits include health, dental, vision insurance, and a flexible 401K plan, ensuring a comprehensive benefits package for employees.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, expense reports, and vendor management.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle accounts payable, including invoice receipt, coding, and payment processing.
• Process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies.
• Review and process subcontractor invoices accurately and timely.
• Handle both PO and non-PO invoice processing, ensuring proper approvals.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with month-end closing activities.

Skills

Invoice processing

Expense report management

Vendor management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client located in Middlesex, NJ. The ideal candidate will have experience managing the full cycle of accounts payable processes and demonstrate strong organizational skills in handling high‑volume transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full‑cycle accounts payable, including invoice receipt, coding, and payment processing.
• Process employee expense reports in compliance with company policies.
• Review and process subcontractor invoices accurately and timely.
• Handle both PO and non‑PO invoice processing, ensuring proper approvals and documentation.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with month‑end closing activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounts payable or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing, expense reports, and vendor management.
• Proficiency with accounting software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred

• Experience processing accounts payable for a Construction and/or Engineering Company.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short‑term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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