Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated accounts payable specialist to manage and process vendor invoices and maintain accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will efficiently handle vendor relationships and ensure timely payments while maintaining confidentiality. Responsibilities: Prepare, input, and process all vendor invoices and other necessary information for weekly check processing for multiple internal companies. Audit and review invoices for discrepancies and appropriate authorization, addressing any questionable invoices. Research and resolve vendor issues, reconciling vendor statements as needed. Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment questions and collaborate with departments to solve problems and perform reconciliations. Prepare, input, and process manual checks on an as-needed basis, ensuring proper inclusion in regular accounts payable processing and reporting. Set up and maintain vendor records in compliance with company policy. Maintain accounts payable and related electronic records in a neat and organized manner for easy document retrieval. Timely and accurate reconciliation of vendor statements to systematic vendor records. Review and research outstanding accounts payable credit balance invoices for reimbursement. Maintain confidentiality in accordance with company policies regarding employee and financial information. Collaborate with other accounting department staff to accurately capture monthly accounts payable accruals. Essential Skills: Accounts payable experience Invoice processing and data entry skills Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications Strong understanding of fund accounting, accounting systems, and GAAP 3 to 5 years of full cycle accounts payable experience Additional Skills & Qualifications: Associates degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field or equivalent professional experience, preferred but not required Proficient with accounting software systems Ability to build partnerships and work in a collaborative environment Work Environment: The position is based in an office setting with a hybrid work schedule, operating Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Employees are required to work three days on-site and two days remotely. Job Type & Location: This is a contract position based out of Hillsboro, OR. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type: This is a hybrid position in Hillsboro, OR. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 12, 2026. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.