LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client in the Kansas City Metro. As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and processing all invoices received for payment and for undertaking the payment of all creditors inan accurate, efficient, and timely manner. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently.
Responsibilities:- Review, verify, and process invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Coding and keying of all expense invoices for payments.
- Prepare and execute payments to vendors, suppliers, and other creditors, including checks, ACH transfers, and wire payments.
- Reconcile accounts payable transactions and resolve any discrepancies or issues with vendors.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable transactions, including invoices, payments, and correspondence.
- Generate and analyze accounts payable reports, providing insights and recommendations to management.
- Prepare batches of invoices for data entry, including two and three way matching to purchase orders.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to address inquiries, resolve issues, and maintain positive relationships.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and relevant regulations.
Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field highly preferred.
- 2+ years of experience in an accounts payable role.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams.
Job Details: Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Overland Park, KS - fully onsite
Compensation: $22ph-$26ph
Job Type: Contract
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm CST
This posting is a representative sample of the types of roles we typically place with our clients. Depending on the specific client, location, and role, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Pay Details: $22.00 to $26.00 per hour
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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.
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