Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract – SAP - ERP )

INEOS Acetyls; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for long-term employment

TWIC card reimbursement

Job summary

A chemical manufacturing company is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support their finance team in Texas City. This role involves processing invoices, verifying data, and collaborating with Procurement. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in accounts payable, along with SAP ERP proficiency. This is a 3-month temporary contract with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in accounts payable processing.
• 3+ years of hands-on SAP ERP experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Process up to 100 invoices daily in SAP accurately.
• Work closely with Procurement for timely processing of payments.
• Verify critical invoice data to prevent payment errors.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of accounting and finance principles

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract – SAP - ERP)

Location: Texas City, TX (On-site)

Duration: 3 Months (with potential for extension or hire)

Start Date: Immediate

Schedule: Monday–Friday, Business Hours

TWIC Card: Required (Company will reimburse after hire)

Company Overview: INEOS Acetyls is seeking a detail-oriented and self-motivated Accounts Payable Specialist to support our finance team at our Texas City plant. This fast-paced, on-site role is initially a 3-month contract designed to assist with an invoice processing backlog, with the potential to become a permanent opportunity based on performance and business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Process up to 100 invoices daily in SAP accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper authorization within the Delegation of Authority.
• Work closely with Procurement to confirm timely entry of goods and services for prompt processing and payment.
• Verify critical invoice data, including payment terms, PO details, and accounting fields, to prevent payment errors.
• Route invoices to appropriate departments, ensuring correct assignment of cost centers, WBS elements, and GL accounts.
• Educate internal stakeholders on AP processes and compliance with company financial policies.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required
• Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in accounts payable processing; 3+ years of hands-on SAP ERP experience is required.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (filtering, compiling, analyzing data).
• Strong knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• High attention to detail and organizational discipline.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating across teams and with vendors.
• Proactive problem-solver with the ability to manage and resolve conflicts.
• Commercial awareness and analytical mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a collaborative, fast-moving team in a critical role that directly impacts financial operations.
• Opportunity for long-term employment based on performance.
• Immediate start and TWIC card reimbursement provided.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing
• Industries: Chemical Manufacturing