Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Lexington, South Carolina on a Contract assignment. This role focuses on supporting daily invoice processing, payment coordination, and accurate financial recordkeeping in a fast-paced accounting environment. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment with coding and approvals, and hands-on experience managing vendor payments through both ACH and check disbursements.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper supporting documentation before processing
• Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices in accordance with company policies and accounting guidelines
• Enter and maintain accounts payable transactions in a timely manner to support accurate financial reporting
• Prepare and coordinate electronic payments, including ACH transactions, while ensuring payment details are verified
• Manage scheduled check runs and confirm that approved payments are issued within established deadlines
• Communicate with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and outstanding issues
• Reconcile payable records against statements and internal documentation to identify and correct variances
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation to support audits and routine accounting review activities
• Proven experience working in accounts payable or a closely related accounting support role
• Working knowledge of invoice coding and account classification within an accounts payable process
• Hands-on experience processing vendor payments through ACH and check runs
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing financial documents and entering data
• Ability to prioritize multiple invoices and deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Effective communication skills for coordinating with vendors and internal departments
• Proficiency with accounting systems and standard office software used for payable processing