Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Norristown, PA (Onsite 4 days, Remote Fridays)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 1st Shift (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; flexible start as early as 7:00 AM)

Compensation: $23.00 – $25.00/hour

Employment Type: Contract (3-month initial term with potential for extension or permanent placement)

Job Summary:

Seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support high-volume invoice processing and vendor payment operations. This role will work closely with internal departments and third-party service providers nationwide to ensure timely and accurate payment processing and issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, process, and reconcile invoices through an Invoice Management Portal
• Manage high-volume workflow, processing up to 100 invoices daily
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, responding to internal and external inquiries via phone and email
• Communicate resolution outcomes clearly to vendors and internal stakeholders
• Create and submit debit and credit memos for approval
• Support payment processes initiated by the accounting team
• Assist with escalations, invoice discrepancies, and exception resolution
• Perform additional duties as needed to support overall accounting operations

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma required

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of Accounts Payable experience in a high-volume environment

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with ERP systems (JD Edwards preferred)
• Exposure to AP automation tools (Corrigo experience is a plus)

Core Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team-oriented with a customer service mindset
• Adaptable and open to learning new systems and processes

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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