Senior AP Specialist — On-Site (Chattanooga)

Talentify; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for an on-site role in Chattanooga, TN. You will manage high-volume AP, perform three-way matching, and support month-end close while mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of AP experience, ERP system knowledge (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards/NetSuite/Workday), and strong Excel skills. This contract-to-hire position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• 4+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Experience with high-volume invoice processing environments.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and AP controls.
• Proficiency in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, NetSuite, Workday, or similar platforms.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process and review high-volume invoices for accuracy and proper coding.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation.
• Manage vendor onboarding, maintenance, and issue resolution.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures.
• Monitor AP aging and ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Support audit requests and maintain documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiencies.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to junior AP team members.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Operations, and Accounting teams to resolve invoice and payment issues.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Aston Carter is seeking a Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist for an on-site role in Chattanooga, TN. You will manage high-volume AP, perform three-way matching, and support month-end close while mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of AP experience, ERP system knowledge (SAP/Oracle/JD Edwards/NetSuite/Workday), and strong Excel skills. This contract-to-hire position offers competitive pay and benefits.