We are seeking a hands‑on Accounts Payable (A/P) Specialist to step into a busy department and provide immediate support. This role is ideal for someone comfortable with full‑cycle A/P who can quickly assess the current environment, stabilize workloads, and strengthen vendor relationships.
Location & Schedule
- Location: Philadelphia
- Hybrid: 4 days in office, 1 day work‑from‑home
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full‑cycle accounts payable, including:
- Receiving, reviewing, and loading vendor invoices into the accounting system
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and approvals
- Preparing and processing check runs and electronic payments
- Serve as a primary contact for vendors, including:
- Responding to inquiries and resolving discrepancies
- Investigating and reconciling billing issues or payment variances
- Monitor and maintain A/P aging, ensuring timely and accurate payments
- Assist with invoice and payment investigations, research, and issue resolution
- Support month‑end close as it relates to A/P, including reconciliations and accruals
- Help stabilize workload in a department that is currently understaffed and undergoing transitions
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in full‑cycle accounts payable or accounting
- Strong communication skills; able to work collaboratively with vendors and internal stakeholders
- Solid attention to detail and problem‑solving skills, especially in investigating invoice and payment issues
- Proficiency with general accounting or ERP systems (experience with MIP Abila is a plus but not required)
- Ability to quickly adapt, “parachute in,” and add value in a busy, lean environment
- This is an on‑site–heavy, hybrid role (4 days in office / 1 day remote).