Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist (SAP Concur)

• Hourly Rate: $35-$40
• Duration: 3+ months (could convert to perm)
• Location: Manhattan (Hybrid)
• Start: Immediate
• Industry: Financial Services

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-paced finance team on a temporary to permanent contract. This role is ideal for someone with SAP Concur experience who can step in quickly, manage high-volume AP activity, and ensure accurate, timely payments while maintaining strong controls and service levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing, reviewing, and coding vendor invoices in line with company policies and accounting standards
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving discrepancies with vendors and internal teams
• Preparing and executing payment runs (ACH, checks, and wires)
• Maintaining vendor master data, including onboarding new vendors and ensuring W-9 and tax documentation is complete
• Supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and AP reporting
• Responding to vendor inquiries and resolving payment issues promptly
• Using AP reports and analytics to monitor workflow, compliance, and SLAs
• Identifying opportunities to improve AP processes and efficiency

Essential Requirements

• 5+ years of Accounts Payable or AP Analyst experience gained in a corporate or shared services finance environment
• Hands-on experience with SAP Concur Accounts Payable (required)
• Experience working in a high-volume, fast-paced AP environment
• Strong understanding of PO-based invoicing and end-to-end AP processes
• Ability to go beyond transactional work and use reporting/analytics to manage workflow
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently
• Strong customer service mindset when partnering with internal teams and external vendors