AP Specialist #36265
Accounting Finance
Cherry Hill, NJ Contract Apr 18, 2024
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist to join our client in Cherry Hill, NJ! The AP Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions, maintaining vendor relationships, and supporting overall financial operations. The ideal candidate will have 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. This Contract opportunity offers $21-$24/Hour!

Responsibilities:
  • Review and verify invoices and check requests for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
  • Set up invoices for payment and execute payment runs for checks and electronic funds transfers (EFTs).
  • Post transactions to journals, ledgers, and other financial records.
  • Reconcile accounts payable transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepare analyses of various general ledger (G/L) accounts.
  • Research and resolve discrepancies in invoices and un-vouchered receipts.
  • Correspond with vendors and internal clients to address inquiries and resolve issues.
  • Maintain vendor records through the imaging system and ensure data accuracy.
  • Produce monthly reports and actively contribute to the month-end closing process.
  • Assist departmental leads with expense review and investigations as needed.
  • Provide support during quarter-end reviews and year-end audits.
  • Uphold company internal controls by adhering to policies and procedures and complying with financial legal requirements.
  • Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and staying informed about industry developments.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications:
  • 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience in accounts payable or related roles.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
  • Awareness of technology as a means of communication and efficiency is preferred.
  • Highly detail-oriented and organized in work.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet assigned deadlines.
  • Motivated, service-oriented individual with a strong team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of employees, management, and external agencies.
  • Excellent time management skills.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) has been a leading provider of contract, temporary, temporary-hire & direct hire solutions. We began as a staffing agency and evolved to a national provider of workforce management solutions with a niche recruitment focus in Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, & Information Technology. To learn more about CSS, visit our website: www.ContemporaryStaffing.com