Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume finance environment in Baltimore, Maryland. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an accounting specialist with strong attention to detail who can manage invoice workflows, maintain accurate financial records, and help ensure vendors are paid correctly and on schedule. The role requires strong experience in accounts payable operations, solid analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities:
• Manage the full cycle of vendor invoice processing, ensuring payments are reviewed, approved, and entered accurately.
• Compare purchase orders, receiving records, and invoices to confirm transactions are complete and properly supported before payment.
• Assign correct general ledger accounts and cost centers to invoices to maintain accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and record accounts payable-related journal entries in accordance with established accounting practices.
• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate outstanding items, and resolve billing or payment discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and supporting documentation for audit readiness and internal recordkeeping.
• Execute scheduled payment runs, including ACH and check processing, on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities by providing reports, reconciliations, and other accounts payable support.
• Partner with vendors and internal departments to address payment questions, documentation issues, and account concerns.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• At least 3+ years of experience in accounts payable or a broader accounting function.

• Demonstrated knowledge of invoice review, account coding, three-way matching, and journal entry preparation.

• Experience using enterprise accounting platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar financial systems.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.

• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in financial transaction processing.

• Effective communication skills with the ability to resolve issues and work collaboratively across teams.