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Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist – Contract Opportunities | Atlanta
Accountants One is partnering with multiple Atlanta-based clients seeking Accounts Payable professionals for contract opportunities. These roles support day-to-day AP operations and are ideal for candidates who are detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing high-volume invoice processing.
Key Responsibilities
- Process invoices from receipt through approval and payment
- Review invoices for accuracy, proper documentation, and correct coding
- Maintain vendor records and ensure required documentation (such as W-9s) is on file
- Respond to vendor inquiries and assist with payment status and discrepancies
- Support check runs and electronic payment processing
- Reconcile vendor statements and resolve billing issues
- Ensure recurring invoices are processed accurately and on time
- Assist with 1099 preparation and year-end reporting
- Support audit requests and provide documentation as needed
- Identify opportunities to improve AP processes and workflow efficiency
What We’re Looking For
- 2–3 years of Accounts Payable experience
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Comfortable working with invoice processing, payment cycles, and reconciliations
- Solid communication skills when working with vendors and internal teams
- Experience with accounting or ERP systems
- Reliable, organized, and able to work both independently and as part of a team