Accounts Payable Specialist Temporary

GuidePost Staffing LLC; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

GuidePost Staffing LLC is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a six-month temporary assignment to support a busy accounting team in the New York area. You will manage a high volume of vendor invoices and payments, ensuring accuracy and timely processing using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.

The ideal candidate has strong AP experience, meticulous attention to detail, and proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Minimum accounts payable experience required.
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices.
• GP experience strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable invoices and payments using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains.
• Manage accounts payable activity for a large number of vendors.
• Review invoices for accuracy and ensure payments are processed on time.
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and vendor discrepancies.
• Review vendor statements and identify missing or outstanding invoices.
• Verify vendor account information, including remit-to addresses and payment details.
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records.
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding payment and invoice issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and increase efficiency.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for an approximately 6-month temporary assignment. This position will support a busy accounting team by managing a high volume of vendor invoices and payments while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and proper documentation.

The ideal candidate will have strong accounts payable experience, excellent attention to detail, and experience working with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP).

What You'll Do

• Process accounts payable invoices and payments using Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains
• Manage accounts payable activity for a large number of vendors
• Review invoices for accuracy and ensure payments are processed on time
• Research and resolve invoice, payment, and vendor discrepancies
• Review vendor statements and identify missing or outstanding invoices
• Verify vendor account information, including remit-to addresses and payment details
• Maintain accurate and organized accounts payable records
• Communicate with vendors and internal departments regarding payment and invoice issues
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and increase efficiency

What We're Looking For

• Previous Accounts Payable experience required
• Experience processing a high volume of invoices and vendor accounts
• Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains (GP) experience strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to research and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

Position Details

• Temporary assignment - approximately 6 months
• Pay: $24.00-26.00 per hour , based on experience