AP Specialist

Syntax Talent Solutions; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Syntax Talent Solutions seeks a Contract AP Specialist to own end-to-end accounts payable processes in a lean, fast-paced environment. You will use Concur to manage employee expenses and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance from day one.

You will process invoices, validate expenses, reconcile AP accounts, and support audits while helping standardize workflows across ERP systems. A proactive, detail-oriented mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate or shared services AP roles.
• Hands-on Concur experience for expense management.
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance.
• Strong attention to detail in high-volume AP processing.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/NetSuite).

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices from receipt to payment with correct coding.
• Review and process employee expense reports in Concur per policy.
• Reconcile AP accounts and resolve discrepancies with vendors.
• Monitor AP aging and support timely payment runs.
• Respond to vendor/employee queries about invoices and payments.
• Maintain organized AP records for audits and reviews.
• Identify gaps in AP/expense workflows and suggest improvements.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Concur

Independent Worker

Attention to Detail

Process Improvement

Documentation

Education

AAT/Bookkeeping certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Concur

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

Step into a high-impact AP contract role where your ability to bring order to ambiguity will be valued from day one. This is an opportunity to own end-to-end accounts payable processes in a lean, fast-paced environment, using your Concur expertise to keep spend under control and payments running smoothly.

About the Role:

As a Contract AP Specialist, you will manage daily accounts payable activities, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and employee expenses. You will be responsible for maintaining control and compliance in an environment with limited documentation, helping to refine processes as you go. Your work will directly support the finance function by improving payment efficiency and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices from receipt through approval and payment, ensuring accuracy and proper coding
• Review, validate, and process employee expense reports using Concur in line with company policies
• Reconcile AP-related accounts and resolve discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders
• Monitor AP aging and support timely payment runs, escalating issues where necessary
• Respond to vendor and employee queries regarding invoices, payments, and expenses
• Maintain organized AP records and documentation to support audits and internal reviews
• Identify process gaps in the current AP and expense workflows and suggest practical improvements

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in accounts payable in a corporate or shared services environment
• Hands-on experience working with Concur for expense management
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal guidance or documentation
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume processing
• Comfortable managing competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Experience in environments undergoing process standardisation or system changes
• Familiarity with other ERP or accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
• Exposure to basic AP controls and compliance practices
• Ability to document workflows and create simple process guides as needed

Qualifications:

• Relevant accounting or finance coursework or certification (e.g. AAT, bookkeeping qualification) preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business is an advantage

If you thrive in a process-driven role and enjoy bringing structure to an evolving AP environment, we'd like to hear from you.