Accounts Payable Operations Specialist

Accounts Payable Operations Specialist

Location: Denver, CO ( Local candidates only )

Pay Rate: $40–$45/hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

Duration: 12-Month Contract ( Excellent potential for extension and permanent conversion )

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday ( Flexible start times)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid ( Onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays after approximately 2 weeks of onsite training )

About the Company

Our client is a leading U.S. software company that develops cutting-edge data and analytics platforms used by organizations across government, healthcare, finance, and commercial industries. Their technology helps customers solve complex challenges, make data-driven decisions, and drive innovation on a global scale.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Junior Accounts Payable Specialist to join a collaborative finance team. This role is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices while supporting the integrity of the company's financial operations.

The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail, communicates professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders, and is eager to grow within a long-term opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and within established deadlines
• Perform 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure proper documentation and approval
• Review and resolve invoice discrepancies, exceptions, and payment holds in a timely manner
• Maintain and update vendor records, including W-9s, banking information, and supporting documentation
• Respond professionally to vendor inquiries and manage the Accounts Payable inbox
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and SOX requirements
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and requested reports
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Procurement, IT, Finance, and business stakeholders
• Maintain organized records and documentation to support efficient AP operations

Required Qualifications

• 2–10 years of Accounting and/or Accounts Payable experience
• Experience or comfortable processing high-volume invoices (approximately 300–500 invoices per week)
• Some knowledge in performing 3-way matching (purchase orders, receipts, and invoices)
• Understanding of Accounts Payable processes and invoice lifecycle management
• Experience working with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Coupa, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, reporting, and spreadsheet management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong professional email etiquette
• Experience responding to vendor inquiries and managing a shared AP inbox
• Comfortable working closely with a small collaborative team on a daily basis
• Excited and willingness to learn and grow
• Must be a coachable team player who is willing to jump in and support the team wherever needed
• Bonus: Experience working for a global organization
• Bonus: Exposure to multi-entity or multi-currency Accounts Payable processing
• Bonus: Experience supporting technology, software, or SaaS organizations
• Bonus: Familiarity with SOX-controlled environments

What We're Looking For

• Someone with a great attitude , strong work ethic, and a team-first mentality
• A candidate who is curious, eager to learn, and excited to grow their career
• Someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative environment and building strong relationships with both vendors and internal stakeholders
• A professional who takes ownership of their work, follows through on commitments, and consistently delivers high-quality results