Temporary AP Specialist (PT)

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Part Time/Temporary Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of invoices, 

check requests and refund requests. This position provides support to all levels across multiple 

departments across the organization and reports to the Accounts Payable Manager. 

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Process purchase order, non-purchase order and freight invoices, working with internal departments to resolve invoice discrepancies. 
•  Ensure all vendor invoices and credit memos are accurately entered and ensuring invoices are paid on time and early payment discounts are taken.  
•  Prepare and process weekly payment runs (checks, ACH, and wires). 
•  Respond to vendor inquiries and reconcile vendor statements. 
•  Create and distribute invoice hold, past due and shipment date reports.  
•  Research aging items on the Received not Vouchered Report. 
•  Maintain accurate vendor master data and supporting documents. 
•  Process and code invoices to be paid on the Accounts Payable department procurement card. 
•  Provide support for the Procurement Card and Fuel Card programs, including new user setup, training, answering questions and resolving issues.  
•  Provide excellent customer service to vendors and internal partners. 
•  Model a continuous improvement mindset, identifying process improvements and efficiencies. 
•  Follow SOX procedures and company policies and procedures. 
•  Other duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

•  High School diploma or equivalent required. Post high school education preferred. 
•  2 years Accounts Payable or other accounting experience preferred. 
•  Knowledge and use of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook). 
•  Knowledge and use of ERP systems, JD Edwards experience preferred. 
•  Attention to detail and timely completion of all assigned tasks. 
•  Ability to achieve results independently and within a team setting.
•  Ability to multitask and work well while meeting deadlines. 
•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
•  Strong analytical skills and ability to solve problems. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The 

employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and 

arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, 

peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

TRAVEL:

Travel not required