We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a school-based finance team in Austin, Texas in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in handling payables, reconciliations, and financial recordkeeping with accuracy. The position supports day-to-day accounting operations while helping maintain reliable financial data, timely reporting, and compliance with established policies and accounting standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices, assign accurate account codes, and prepare payments through ACH, check runs, and other approved methods.<br>• Maintain complete and organized financial records to support daily accounting activity and ensure documentation is audit-ready.<br>• Reconcile accounts on a regular basis, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues to preserve the accuracy of the general financial data.<br>• Assist with month-end and year-end close by compiling supporting information, reviewing transactions, and helping prepare internal reports.<br>• Monitor adherence to school policies, accounting procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements when handling financial transactions.<br>• Work closely with finance leadership and internal stakeholders to respond to payment questions, provide status updates, and support administrative accounting needs.<br>• Use financial systems and Google Workspace tools, including Google Sheets, to track activity, organize data, and support reporting needs.<br>• Identify errors or inconsistencies in invoices and payment records, then take corrective action using sound judgment and attention to detail.