AP Associate - Inventory (Hardscapes)

Accounts Payable Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)

Location: Troy - Hybrid (Mostly Remote)
Pay: $19-21/hour
Duration: Contract-to-Hire (Conversion typically within 3-5 months)

Overview

This role supports a high-volume Accounts Payable team focused on resolving invoice discrepancies related to inventory purchases. The position is open due to an internal promotion and offers long-term potential in a fast-paced, process-driven environment.

Work Arrangement

• Mostly remote
• On-site requirement: 1 day per month for team or leadership meetings
• Training: 1 day on-site; remaining training completed remotely
• Candidates must be local and open to commuting if on-site expectations increase

Responsibilities

• Review and process invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Research invoice discrepancies and determine appropriate resolution
• Communicate with internal departments and vendors to resolve issues
• Enter and update data within accounting and ERP systems
• Reconcile accounts and correct discrepancies
• Manage high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy
• Collaborate with team members on related tasks as needed

Tools & Systems

• Automated ticketing system (team transitioning to a new AI-driven platform)
• ERP system experience preferred (any system acceptable)
• Microsoft Office Suite required (Outlook & Excel used daily)
• Web-based meeting tools used for training

Schedule

• 8-hour workday
• Start time between 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM (consistent schedule required)
• Choice of 30-minute or 1-hour lunch (must remain consistent)
• Two 15-minute paid breaks daily

Qualifications

• 1 year of accounting experience preferred
• Open to candidates with strong transferable skills (customer service, operations, administrative support)
• Comfortable working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Self-directed, dependable, and professional communicator
• Willing to pick up the phone to resolve issues quickly
• Degree not required

Additional Details

• Dress Code: Business Casual
• Pre-employment requirements include background check and drug screen

Start Date

• Target start: Week of May 18
• Monday preferred, flexibility for mid-week start

Pay Details: $19.00 to $20.00 per hour

Search managed by: Tracey Callahan

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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