Accounts Payable Specialist / 63000

Sapphire Recruitment, LLC; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Recruitment, LLC in Syracuse, NY is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support the finance team by processing invoices, managing vendor payments, and maintaining accurate records. This on-site, temporary role offers the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

You will review invoices, code for payment, and ensure timely processing while maintaining detailed records and communicating with vendors. DOE applies.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.
• Proficiency with accounting software, data entry, and spreadsheets.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, code, and process vendor invoices for payment.
• Prepare checks, coordinate approvals, and ensure timely vendor payments.
• Reconcile invoices and resolve payment discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Process daily deposits and credit card transactions.
• Maintain accurate accounts payable records, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Collect and process vendor W-9 forms.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Data entry

Spreadsheets

Accounting software

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist

Syracuse, NY | $22–$24/hour DOE

Sapphire Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for an established organization in Syracuse, NY. This position supports the Finance team by processing invoices, managing vendor payments, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Location: Syracuse, NY (100% On-Site)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Pay: $22–$24/hour depending upon experience
Employment Type: Temporary with potential for permanent hire

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, code, and process vendor invoices for payment.

• Prepare checks, coordinate approvals, and ensure timely vendor payments.

• Reconcile invoices and resolve payment discrepancies.

• Respond to vendor inquiries and follow up on outstanding payments.

• Process daily deposits and credit card transactions.

• Maintain accurate accounts payable records, reports, and spreadsheets.

• Collect and process vendor W-9 forms.

• Assist with additional accounting and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of accounts payable or related accounting experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficiency with accounting software, data entry, and spreadsheets.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Sapphire Recruitment is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).