Accounts Payable Specialist

LHH is partnering with one of our valued clients to identify an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support their finance operations. This individual will be responsible for end-to-end AP processing, vendor relations, check issuance and special projects. The ideal candidate thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and brings a high level of professionalism, analytical ability, and attention to detail. The role is contract to hire and paying between $25-27/hr.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Process purchase order invoices, credit card transactions, and expense reimbursements, ensuring compliance with company policies
• Analyze historical data to allocate and apply funds accurately for outstanding invoices
• Partner with shared service managers to ensure proper maintenance and processing of bills and allocations
• Understand contracts to identify and validate charges, flag cost changes, and correct discrepancies
• Monitor payment terms, agreements, and increases; resolve discrepancies quickly and thoroughly
• Research and document payment issues, escalations, and resolutions using data from customer accounts, contracts, and reports
• Act as the primary liaison between vendors and internal departments (especially Sales) for issue resolution
• Support audit preparation, submitting documentation and driving timely responses
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation to improve accuracy and efficiency
• Assist AP leadership and team with special projects and reporting
• Maintain ethical standards and uphold company policies and the employee code of conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned

Key Competencies:

• Strong professionalism, emotional intelligence, and integrity in interactions
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skill