Cherry Bekaert Recruiting is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract opportunity in Gaithersburg, MD. This position is 100% onsite, five days per week, and will be responsible for day-to-day accounts payable processing and vendor maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Review invoices for appropriate coding, approvals, and supporting documentation
- Perform data entry and maintain accurate AP records
- Set up new vendors and maintain existing vendor information
- Review vendor documentation and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with payment processing, including checks, ACH, and electronic payments
- Respond to vendor inquiries and research payment or invoice issues
- Reconcile vendor statements and follow up on outstanding items
- Maintain organized accounts payable documentation
- Support month-end close and other accounting activities as needed
Qualifications
- Previous accounts payable experience required
- Experience with vendor setup and maintenance
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage a high volume of invoices and competing priorities
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems
- Ability to work onsite in Gaithersburg, MD, five days per week
- Available for a contract position
Position Details
- Location: Gaithersburg, MD
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, onsite
- Job Type: Contract
- Focus: Accounts payable processing and vendor maintenance
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