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We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team just east of Madison, WI. This role involves managing high-volume invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations while ensuring accuracy and compliance. As a long-term contract position, it offers an excellent opportunity for professionals with a strong background in accounts payable and a commitment to process improvement.
Job Responsibility:
Process a high volume of vendor invoices, internal payment requests, and employee reimbursements with precision and timeliness, averaging up to 1,000 invoices per month
Execute weekly vendor payments using checks, wires, and ACH transfers, ensuring discounts are utilized and fraud prevention protocols are followed
Manage vendor account setups and updates, maintaining compliance with fraud prevention measures and ensuring accuracy
Build and sustain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams to address payment issues and maintain account compliance
Assist with month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, accruals, and preparing aging reports and accounts payable metrics
Maintain and update standard operating procedures and internal control documentation for accounts payable processes
Identify inefficiencies in workflows and recommend improvements to enhance operational accuracy, controls, and automation
Support year-end processes such as 1099 reporting and provide documentation for external audits
Act as a backup for the Accounts Receivable Specialist when needed
Requirements:
Proficiency in accounts payable processes, including invoice coding, vendor payment management, and 3-way matching
Familiarity with automated clearing house (ACH) transactions and check runs
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for reporting and data analysis
Ability to handle high-volume invoice processing with efficiency and attention to detail
Experience in vendor management and maintaining compliance with fraud prevention measures
Capability to identify process bottlenecks and propose solutions to improve efficiency
Knowledge of 1099 reporting and year-end financial procedures
Comfortable working in a collaborative environment and supporting external audits