AP Specialist - SAP experience required!

Vaco by Highspring; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in Phoenix is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract opportunity. The ideal candidate will process a high volume of invoices and handle the AP process from start to finish. Key responsibilities include performing a 3-way match, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining vendor records. A strong background in SAP and advanced Excel skills are essential. Competitive compensation up to $30/hour is offered, along with potential bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume setting.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Process a high volume of invoices accurately.
• Perform full 3-way match and ensure proper approvals.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain and update vendor records.
• Prepare and assist with weekly check runs and payments.
• Reconcile vendor statements during month-end close.
• Assist with account reconciliations and AP aging analysis.
• Partner with other departments to streamline processes.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Experience with SAP

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Vaco Phoenix is partnering with a top client in Chandler to hire an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist. This is a contract opportunity paying up to $30/hour, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment and knows how to own the AP process end to end.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Process a high volume of invoices with strong attention to accuracy and deadlines
• Perform full 3‑way match (PO, invoice, receiving) and ensure proper approvals
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries promptly
• Maintain and update vendor records, including new vendor setup and compliance documentation
• Prepare and assist with weekly check runs, ACH, and electronic payments
• Reconcile vendor statements and support month‑end close activities
• Assist with account reconciliations and AP aging analysis
• Partner cross‑functionally with purchasing, receiving, and accounting to streamline processes and improve efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of progressive Accounts Payable experience in a high‑volume setting
• Strong hands‑on experience with SAP
• Advanced Excel skills

Compensation and Benefits

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. As required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied.