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Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
We’re looking for a Accounts Payable professional with 2 years of experience to join our collaborative and fast‑paced finance team. The ideal candidate is cross‑trained across multiple accounting functions and enjoys stepping in wherever needed to keep operations running smoothly. While this role supports several areas of accounting, the primary focus will be Accounts Payable.

As a 100% employee‑owned company, team members have the opportunity to earn stock ownership over time and contribute directly to the company’s long‑term success. You’ll also be working in a new, modern office for one of the leading companies in this industry in the Lexington, Kentucky area.

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow, contribute, and build a long‑term career, apply to learn more about this opportunity.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Description

As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a crucial role in our finance team by handling various accounts payable tasks and ensuring smooth financial operations.

Responsibilities

  • Handle daily accounts payable tasks, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
  • Manage the processing of accounts payable invoices and oversee cash disbursements.
  • Work closely with team members to verify invoices and maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Identify and resolve unique or complex accounts payable issues.
  • Support additional accounting duties as needed.

Essential Skills

  • Experience in accounts payable, accounting, invoicing, and invoice processing.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including V-lookups.
  • Strong reconciliation, bookkeeping, and payroll skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • A bachelor’s degree in Accounting is a plus.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Teams, and Outlook.

Work Environment

The work environment is in-office with cubicles, fostering a family atmosphere where everyone helps each other. You will be provided with a laptop for work. The company is 100% employee-owned, offering growth opportunities and a supportive environment where long tenures are common.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lexington, KY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $27.00/hr.

Requirements

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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® double diamond 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.

Salary : $19 - $27

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