Job Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist to join our finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the company’s accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and reconciliations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to maintaining financial integrity and supporting operational efficiency during a temporary assignment. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial software, and compliance standards, including SOX controls and GAAP guidelines.
Duties
- Process and verify vendor invoices using various accounting software such as Workday, Paychex, QuickBooks, Sage, or PeopleSoft.
- Ensure compliance with SOX controls and internal policies during invoice approval and payment procedures.
- Reconcile accounts payable ledger entries regularly to maintain accuracy and identify discrepancies.
- Prepare journal entries related to accounts payable transactions and assist with month-end closing activities.
- Manage data entry tasks with high precision, including 10 key typing for financial documentation.
- Assist in account reconciliation activities for general ledger accounts related to accounts payable.
- Support the review of expense reports, benefits administration, and related documentation.
- Collaborate with procurement, finance, human resources, and external vendors to resolve invoice issues efficiently.
- Maintain detailed records of transactions in compliance with GAAP standards and audit requirements.
- Contribute to process improvements by identifying opportunities for automation or efficiency gains within the accounts payable workflow.
Skills
- Proven experience with accounting software such as Workday, QuickBooks, Sage, PeopleSoft, Ceridian, or UltiPro.
- Strong understanding of financial concepts including debits & credits, double entry bookkeeping, and general ledger accounting.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance standards and internal control procedures.
- Knowledge of payroll management systems like ADP or Kronos is a plus.
- Excellent analysis skills for account reconciliation and discrepancy resolution.
- Ability to perform detailed data entry accurately under tight deadlines.
- Basic understanding of governmental accounting practices and non-profit accounting is advantageous.
- Effective communication skills for collaborating across departments and external vendors.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail in bookkeeping tasks. This role is vital in supporting our financial operations during a temporary period. We welcome candidates who are committed to accuracy and efficiency in accounting practices. Join us in ensuring our financial processes are seamless and compliant while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment.
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
