Accounts Payable Specialist (Internship)

Accounts Payable Specialist (internship)

St. Louis, MO

*Bachelors degree, no experience

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to manage and verify expense reports, facilitate vendor payments, and assist with accounting records and ledgers. This role requires someone who is proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and can adapt to other accounting software systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify expense reports; reconcile with account balances and other office records.
• Facilitate payment of vendors, including verifying federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.
• Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities, and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.
• Assist with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in accounts payable, invoice processing, data entry, and reconciliation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle high volumes.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential and meticulous records.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Business or Accounting degree preferred.
• Must be reliable and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.
• Ability to learn other accounting software systems.

Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM, including a 30-minute lunch break.

This is a Contract position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

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 Saint Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 20, 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® Platinum Award 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.