Job Overview – Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary)
Compensation: $35/hour
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (In-Office)
Atlantic Group is hiring an Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary) in Boston, MA for our client, supporting invoice processing, vendor management, payment administration, and accounts payable operations within a large healthcare organization. This contract opportunity will play a key role in ensuring timely vendor payments, resolving invoice discrepancies, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounts payable experience, attention to detail, and the ability to manage high-volume workflows in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities as the Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary):
- Invoice Processing: Review, distribute, and track invoices through approval workflows while ensuring timely and accurate processing.
- Vendor Management: Maintain vendor records, update vendor information, and assist with onboarding new vendors in accordance with internal policies.
- Payment Administration: Support payment processing activities, prepare checks for distribution, and assist with credits, refunds, and payment reconciliations.
- Issue Resolution: Investigate invoice discrepancies, approval issues, and vendor inquiries while coordinating with internal departments and external vendors.
- Accounts Payable Operations: Monitor invoice approvals, assist with matching and coding issues, and support day-to-day accounts payable functions.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintain procedural documentation, support audit requests, and assist with special projects and process improvement initiatives.
Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary):
- Education: High school diploma is required; an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: 3–5 years of accounts payable experience is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience supporting high-volume accounts payable operations within healthcare, corporate, or large organizational environments is preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is required; experience with Lawson, Infor, or similar ERP systems is preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities are required.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.