AP Specialist

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

• Join the accounting team of a well-established global engineering and technology organization headquartered in Charlotte
• Work closely with the Accounting Manager and broader finance organization supporting multiple U.S.-based entities
• Step into an experienced team that needs additional hands-on Accounts Payable support
• Work within an organization with international operations and exposure to both domestic and international vendors

LOCATION

• Charlotte, NC
• 6-month contract opportunity

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU

• Opportunity to immediately contribute within an established corporate accounting environment
• Broad Accounts Payable exposure across multiple companies and vendor populations
• Hands-on ownership of invoice processing, payment activity, vendor reconciliations, month-end support, and audit requests
• Exposure to a global organization with complex accounting operations
• Opportunity to leverage your AP experience while working closely with an experienced accounting team

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT

• This person will help ensure vendor invoices and payments are processed accurately and on time across multiple U.S.-based entities
• You will manage both PO and non-PO invoice activity while maintaining compliance with established accounting policies and procedures
• The role will support the full Accounts Payable cycle, including weekly payment runs, ACH and wire activity, vendor maintenance, reconciliations, and month-end
• You will also provide support for 1099 maintenance, year-end processing, and Accounts Payable audit requests
• Success in this role requires someone who can work independently, manage a high volume of activity, and prioritize effectively

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS

• 5 years of hands-on Accounts Payable processing experience
• Strong experience with 3-way matching and PO invoice processing
• Experience processing non-PO invoices and supporting multiple entities or companies
• Hands-on experience with check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers
• Strong vendor account management and statement reconciliation experience
• Understanding of basic accounting principles and month-end processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and resolve invoice or vendor discrepancies
• Comfortable communicating directly with domestic and international vendors
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred
• SAP Business ByDesign experience is highly preferred
• Knowledge of sales and use tax regulations is a plus
• Ability to work independently, stay organized, and effectively manage competing priorities