Accounts Payable Specialist
<p>Our client in North Houston is seeking an <strong>Accounting Specialist</strong> to join our team with a primary focus on <strong>Accounts Payable</strong>. As part of this role, you will handle vendor invoicing, purchase orders, credit cards, vendor payments, and resolving inquiries or discrepancies. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in completing repetitive tasks under tight deadlines. This position also offers cross-training opportunities in other areas within the Accounting Department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner.</li><li>Process vendor invoices, monthly invoice payments, and reconcile credit cards.</li><li>Handle purchase orders and 3rd-party system billing.</li><li>Prepare and maintain aging reports and update reconciliations for the sub-ledger G/L.</li><li>Process ACH payments, checks, and post credit card transactions.</li><li>Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve payment discrepancies with vendors.</li><li>Set up new vendor accounts and process updates for existing accounts as needed.</li><li>Verify documentation such as sales tax exemption certificates and Certificates of Insurance (COIs).</li><li>Ensure the accuracy of bank statements and assist with cash reconciliations.</li><li>Participate in additional projects as assigned and cross-train in Accounts Receivable.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>2+ years of relevant Accounts Payable experience.</li><li>High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and excellent written communication abilities.</li><li>Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in accounting policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><strong>Work Environment:</strong></p><p>This role is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday.</p><p>If you are detail-oriented, a problem-solver, and have experience in Accounts Payable, we encourage you to apply.</p>
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- Houston, TX
- onsite
- Contract / Temporary to Hire
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22.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
- <p>Our client in North Houston is seeking an <strong>Accounting Specialist</strong> to join our team with a primary focus on <strong>Accounts Payable</strong>. As part of this role, you will handle vendor invoicing, purchase orders, credit cards, vendor payments, and resolving inquiries or discrepancies. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and efficient in completing repetitive tasks under tight deadlines. This position also offers cross-training opportunities in other areas within the Accounting Department.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the Accounts Payable inbox and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner.</li><li>Process vendor invoices, monthly invoice payments, and reconcile credit cards.</li><li>Handle purchase orders and 3rd-party system billing.</li><li>Prepare and maintain aging reports and update reconciliations for the sub-ledger G/L.</li><li>Process ACH payments, checks, and post credit card transactions.</li><li>Reconcile vendor accounts and resolve payment discrepancies with vendors.</li><li>Set up new vendor accounts and process updates for existing accounts as needed.</li><li>Verify documentation such as sales tax exemption certificates and Certificates of Insurance (COIs).</li><li>Ensure the accuracy of bank statements and assist with cash reconciliations.</li><li>Participate in additional projects as assigned and cross-train in Accounts Receivable.</li></ul>
- 2025-11-04T23:04:24Z