Accounts Payable Accountant
Overview
Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$27.20-30.22 Hourly
up to $30.22/hr
Start Date:
Nov 2, 2026
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accounts Payable Accountant to join our growing finance team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounts payable operations, including general ledger coding, invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and financial schedule preparation. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving capabilities, excellent communication skills, and hands-on accounting experience.
Key Responsibilities
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Invoice Processing & GL Coding: Accurately enter, code, and process high-volume PO and non-PO invoices to the general ledger in accordance with company guidelines.
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Vendor Management: Serve as a primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, proactively researching, troubleshooting, and resolving statement discrepancies or payment issues.
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Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate accounting schedules, month-end reconciliations, and regular financial reports for management review.
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Process Accuracy: Perform audits of invoice data and payment files to ensure strict attention to detail, accuracy, and internal policy compliance.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with purchasing, receiving, and internal stakeholders to resolve workflow bottlenecks and streamline payable operations.
Core Qualifications
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Experience: Minimum of 2 years of professional accounting or business operations experience.
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Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
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Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with internal teams and external vendors.
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Analytical Skills: High degree of accuracy, organizational skills, and strong quantitative problem-solving ability.
Preferred Qualifications
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business discipline (equivalent combination of education and direct hands-on experience will be considered).
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Enterprise Software: Prior experience with ERP systems and AP automation software—specifically SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, Concur Expense, or Concur Invoice—is a significant plus.
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Operational Knowledge: Prior background in corporate payables, treasury, or general finance operations.
Client Description
This client is one of our largest financial services clients. But don’t let that stop you from reading further!
We place so many freelancers here who consistently tell us its one of the best places they’ve worked. Why? The teams, the culture, the management, and most recently, the client’s willingness to recognize that it was important to step up to the digital demands of the marketplace:
- A new CMO and high level digital leadership that have transitioned in from top technology, retail and CPG companies
- Transitioning their marketing structure to Agile methodology to be able to deliver valuable content to its audiences faster
- They even followed this up with a floor remodel, to support the methodology, creativity & collaboration
We hear often that the constant here is change. The company is consistently trying new approaches that they think will improve not only their product offerings but the worklife as well. If you’re used to “going with the flow”, this is a great opportunity for you!
These are key elements to be able to walk away with and add to your resume, especially if you’re coming from a traditional marketing structure. What a great way to help transition your career in this trending direction!