Job Title: Accounts Payable Associate

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Associate to join our client and play a vital role in supporting financial operations. This onsite, temporary position based in Philadelphia, PA focuses on ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments, maintaining financial records, and supporting account reconciliation efforts.

Compensation:

• $21/hour

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Associate:

• Review, code, match, and upload vendor invoices into the system
• Reconcile processed transactions by verifying entries and balancing system reports
• Monitor vendor payment schedules and discount opportunities
• Verify vendor information, including Federal ID numbers
• Schedule and prepare check payments and resolve discrepancies related to purchase orders, contracts, invoices, and payments
• Ensure credits are applied for outstanding memos
• Initiate stop payments or process amendments to purchase orders as needed
• Maintain accounting ledgers by accurately posting account transactions
• Respond to vendor and internal inquiries regarding payment status
• Reconcile vendor accounts by reviewing monthly statements and resolving variances
• Organize, file, and maintain accounting records and documentation
• Prepare, scan, and attach supporting documents for transactions
• Investigate and resolve pricing or receiving discrepancies
• Assist with special projects and ad hoc tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Skills for the Accounts Payable Associate:

• Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field
• 0–1 year of relevant accounts payable or finance experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify routine issues and suggest improvements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with accounting systems

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and fast-paced environment. If you are eager to grow your skills in accounts payable and enjoy contributing to an efficient finance team, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your accounting career.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.

Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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