Contract AP Specialist

Vaco Recruiter Services; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco Recruiter Services seeks an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our growing team on a temporary-to-hire basis. This position focuses on processing high-volume invoices, performing 3-way matching, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Office-based with standard hours, you will reconcile discrepancies with vendors and internal departments and support week-end/month-end close activities. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software is required; an associate degree in Accounting or

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts payable experience.
• Experience with 3-way matching required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Verify and reconcile discrepancies, resolving issues with vendors and internal departments.
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures.

Skills

3-way matching

Attention to detail

Vendor inquiries handling

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join a growing team on a temporary-to-hire basis. This role is responsible for processing invoices, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the overall accounts payable function. The ideal candidate will have experience with 3-way matching and a strong understanding of accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high-volume invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
• Verify and reconcile discrepancies, resolving issues with vendors and internal departments
• Maintain accurate and organized financial records
• Prepare and process weekly check runs and electronic payments
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive relationships
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting procedures

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
• Minimum of 1-2 years of accounts payable experience
• Experience with 3-way matching required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software

Work Environment:

• Office-based role with standard business hours
• Collaborative team environment