Job Overview – Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary)
Compensation: $30 – $35/hour
Location: Boston, MA
Schedule: Monday to Friday (Hybrid)
Atlantic Group is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary) in Boston, MA for our client, supporting accounts payable operations, vendor management, and financial reporting. This role will oversee invoice processing, payment coordination, account reconciliations, and expense management using NetSuite. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts payable experience, ERP proficiency, and the ability to manage high-volume transactions accurately and efficiently.
Responsibilities as the Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary):
- Invoice Processing: Review, code, and process vendor invoices while ensuring accurate general ledger allocations and approvals.
- Payment Processing: Prepare vendor payments, manage payment schedules, and resolve outstanding payment issues.
- Vendor Management: Maintain vendor records, process new vendor setups, and respond to payment and invoice inquiries.
- Expense Management: Reconcile corporate credit card transactions, review expenses, and maintain accurate supporting documentation.
- Account Reconciliations: Support month-end close activities, reconcile accounts payable balances, and investigate discrepancies.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare accounts payable reports, support audit documentation, and assist with accounting process improvements.
Qualifications for the Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary):
- Education: Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is required.
- Experience: 3+ years of accounts payable experience in a high-volume accounting environment is required.
- Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of invoice processing, vendor payments, general ledger coding, account reconciliations, and accounts payable procedures is required.
- Technical Skills: Hands-on NetSuite ERP experience and proficiency in Microsoft Excel are required.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with excellent 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.