We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing organization in Corpus Christi, Texas. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is well suited for someone who takes pride in accurate financial processing, proactive problem-solving, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. In this role, you will support day-to-day payables operations, partner with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently, and help keep payment activity organized, timely, and compliant.
Responsibilities:
- Review and enter vendor invoices with a high degree of accuracy, confirming alignment with purchase orders, receiving records, and related documentation.
- Manage invoice coding and accounts payable transactions while ensuring expenses are recorded correctly within established procedures.
- Research payment and billing discrepancies, determine underlying causes, and coordinate follow-up actions through resolution.
- Reconcile vendor statements and account balances, clearing outstanding items to maintain accurate records.
- Communicate with suppliers to address questions, resolve payment concerns, and support productive ongoing relationships.
- Prepare and process payments through check runs and ACH in accordance with company guidelines and payment schedules.
- Contribute to month-end activities by assisting with payables reconciliations, documentation, and reporting needs.
- Organize accounts payable files and maintain complete records to support audit readiness and retention requirements.
- Work closely with procurement, operations, and project teams to verify invoice accuracy and reinforce policy compliance.
- Recommend process improvements that strengthen efficiency, accuracy, and overall accounts payable performance.
- At least 2–3 years of hands-on accounts payable experience in a business environment that requires attention to detail.
- Background in account coding, invoice processing, ACH transactions, and check run administration.
- Ability to investigate discrepancies independently and resolve issues with sound judgment and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Office, including strong working knowledge of Excel.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; comparable practical experience will also be considered.
- Experience in high-volume, industrial, manufacturing, construction, energy, or similarly operational environments is preferred.