Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract)

Prince Perelson & Associates; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite work environment

Contract length 12–15 weeks

Job summary

PrincePerelson & Associates is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a 12–15 week contract in Cottonwood Heights, UT. This onsite role supports the AP team with invoice processing, data entry, and document management in a professional finance department.

You will review supplier invoices, enter data into ERP systems, and maintain organized AP records. The ideal candidate has prior AP or administrative experience and excels in a deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Accounts Payable or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to handle high-volume, repetitive tasks with quality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify supplier invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation.
• Process and enter invoices into the appropriate systems according to established procedures.
• Perform accurate Accounts Payable data entry.
• Scan, organize, and maintain incoming mail, invoices, and AP documentation.
• Assist with invoice-related questions and general AP support.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records.
• Help ensure invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Research and resolve basic invoice or documentation discrepancies.
• Follow established accounting and accounts payable procedures.
• Support the AP team with additional administrative and accounting tasks as needed.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Data entry

Administrative support

Microsoft Excel

Tools

SAP

Job description

Added - 09/17/26 Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract) Accounting & Finance Salt Lake City , Utah | Temporary

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Accounts Payable Specialist – Contract

Cottonwood Heights, UT | Onsite | $28/Hour | 12–15 Week Contract

A well-established global mining company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join its team in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable professional or someone with strong data entry and administrative experience to join a professional, collaborative organization.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will provide day-to-day support to the AP team, assisting with invoice processing, data entry, document management, and general accounts payable activities. This is a great opportunity to gain experience with a global organization and build valuable accounting and AP skills.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Contract Length: 12–15 weeks
• Schedule: Monday–Friday
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Industry: Global Mining
• Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and future opportunities based on business needs

What You'll Do

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will help keep daily AP operations running smoothly by supporting invoice processing, data entry, document organization, and administrative activities.

Responsibilities include:

• Review and verify supplier invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper documentation
• Process and enter invoices into the appropriate systems according to established procedures
• Perform accurate Accounts Payable data entry
• Scan, organize, and maintain incoming mail, invoices, and AP documentation
• Assist with invoice-related questions and general AP support
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records
• Help ensure invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner
• Research and resolve basic invoice or documentation discrepancies
• Follow established accounting and accounts payable procedures
• Support the AP team with additional administrative and accounting tasks as needed

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have previous Accounts Payable, accounting, data entry, or administrative support experience and enjoy working in a structured, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Previous Accounts Payable, accounting, data entry, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle high-volume, repetitive tasks while maintaining quality
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong ability to follow established processes and procedures
• Basic to intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• SAP experience is a plus, but not required

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• $28/hour
• 12–15 week contract opportunity
• Monday–Friday schedule
• Onsite professional work environment in Cottonwood Heights
• Opportunity to gain experience with a global mining company
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and potential future opportunities

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.#INDPPA