Accountant

Accounts Payable / Accounting Specialist (Contract)

Location: Houston, TX (4920 Westway Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77041)

Employment Type: Contract

Compensation: $25 to $26 per hour, based on experience

Summary:

As an Accounts Payable / Accounting Specialist (Contract), you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions within a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.

This is a contract position designed to provide additional support to our Accounting team for an audit project. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Invoice Processing

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices with accuracy and timeliness
• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching (PO, receipt, invoice)
• Ensure proper coding of invoices to the general ledger and cost centers
• Review and resolve invoice discrepancies in collaboration with internal stakeholders

Payment Processing & Vendor Management

• Prepare and process weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, check)
• Maintain vendor records and ensure compliance with company policies
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment-related issues promptly

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies
• Support account reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records

Cross-Functional Support

• Partner with Procurement, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure smooth invoice flow
• Assist with process improvements and documentation of AP procedures
• Support audits by providing documentation and responding to requests

Experience

• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or general accounting
• Experience working in a high-volume, multi-entity environment preferred
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, GL coding, and reconciliations
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics GP, SAP, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Additional Details

• This is a contract role for an unspecified duration

Pay: $25.00 - $26.00 per hour