Temp Accounts Payable Specialist

Atrium Staffing LLC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC is seeking a Temp Accounts Payable Specialist in the Jersey City area to support day-to-day AP operations for a short-term coverage period. The role focuses on timely invoice processing, vendor communication, and issue resolution while maintaining strong internal controls.

Responsibilities include processing high-volume invoices, PO/non-PO matching, vendor inquiries, and aiding with payment runs and month-end close. Requires 1–3 years AP experience and ERP familiarity.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience, high-volume preferred.
• Solid understanding of 3-way match and invoice coding.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.).
• Intermediate Excel skills and data accuracy important.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume invoices (PO and non-PO) accurately and efficiently.
• Match POs, invoices, and receipts; resolve discrepancies.
• Manage vendor inquiries and follow up on missing documentation and approvals.
• Assist with payment processing (check/ACH) and payment runs.
• Support month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting support.
• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with purchasing, receiving, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.

Skills

AP experience

3-way match

Excel

Education

High School Diploma

Associate/Bachelor preferred

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Dynamics

Job description

Client Overview:

A well-established, multinational consumer products organization with a collaborative finance team and a fast-paced, high-volume environment. They are seeking an experienced Temp Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$26/hr - $28/hr

Position Overview:

Our client is seeking a Temp Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day AP operations during a short-term coverage period. This role will help ensure timely and accurate invoice processing, vendor communication, and issue resolution while maintaining strong internal controls.

Responsibilities of the Temp Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Process high-volume invoices (PO and non-PO) accurately and efficiently.
• Match POs, invoices, and receipts; resolve discrepancies.
• Manage vendor inquiries and follow up on missing documentation and approvals.
• Assist with payment processing (check/ACH) and payment runs as needed.
• Support month-end close activities related to AP, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting support.
• Maintain organized records and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with purchasing, receiving, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues quickly.

Required Experience/Skills for the Temp Accounts Payable Specialist:

• 1-3 years of hands-on Accounts Payable experience (high-volume preferred).
• Strong understanding of 3-way match and invoice coding (GL, cost centers).
• Experience working in an ERP system (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.).
• Intermediate Excel skills, including filters, pivots, and lookups.
• Strong attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, and professional communication skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Temp Accounts Payable Specialist:

• Prior experience in a large corporate or shared services AP environment.
• Experience with vendor master maintenance support.
• Exposure to expense reporting tools (Concur or similar).
• Month-end close support experience.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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