Accounts Payable Specialist

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing, reviewing, and managing all accounts payable activities to ensure accurate and timely payment of vendor invoices. This role supports the Finance team by maintaining strong financial controls, reconciling accounts, and ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume vendor invoices accurately and on time.
• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents.
• Enforce the No PO, No Payment policy and escalate non-compliant invoices.
• Review invoices for accuracy, proper approval, and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare and process weekly and monthly payment runs (ACH, wire, checks).
• Prepare and analyze GR/IR (Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt) reports; investigate variances and coordinate resolution with Procurement and Receiving teams.
• Produce and analyze weekly AP aging reports; identify overdue items and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform regular reconciliations for top 10 vendors and resolve discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve pricing, quantity, and timing issues.
• Prepare and review annual 1099 reports, ensuring accurate vendor classifications and payment totals.
• Support internal control reporting (ICSA), ensuring AP controls are documented and functioning effectively.
• Record AP transactions and adjustments in the general ledger.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close activities, including accruals and account reconciliations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and explanations.
• Communicate professionally with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen controls.

• Experience using Excel, including intermediate skills such as vlookups and pivot tables.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP (Oracle, Peoplesoft, D365, etc.).
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and internal controls.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

• Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is preferred.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.

The position offers 1-2 weeks of training. The work hours are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch break. The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the head of accounting, working alongside a team of 2 in AP and 2 in AR. The company provides a stable work environment with opportunities for growth, excellent benefits, including affordable insurance options, annual bonuses, profit sharing, stock options, and a 401K with a 5% match.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Boca Raton, FL.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Boca Raton,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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.