Vendor Master Data Specialist (Accounts Payable)

Vendor Master Data Specialist (Accounts Payable)

LHH is looking for a Vendor Master for a client in Cincinnati Ohio. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity paying $19/hour - $20/hour during the contract period, with conversion to a full-time role at $21/hour. This position supports high-volume vendor data management and requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The role will maintain and update supplier records across a large database of approximately 10,000 vendors and 2,400 employee/petty cash accounts. Temp to hire and primarily remote although we would prefer someone local to Cincinnati so meeting can be joined in person when needed.

Job Duties:

• Maintain and update supplier master records, including sensitive banking and tax information
• Ensure vendor data is accurate, complete, and current for ongoing operational use
• Process duplicate TIN reporting, bulk TIN matching, and ongoing 1099 preparation activities
• Support year-end tax reporting readiness, including validation of vendor records
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to verify and update account details
• Perform vendor cleanup, including inactive vendor review, category updates, and correction of coding issues
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and data governance standards
• Monitor and meet service level agreements (SLAs) for task completion
• Research and resolve discrepancies or data integrity issues within the supplier master
• Document processes and update desktop procedures as policies and workflows evolve
• Assist with audits, reporting requests, and special data projects as needed

Requirements:

• Prior experience in vendor master, accounts payable, or data maintenance functions
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and compliance
• Experience working with large datasets or high-volume transactional environments
• Familiarity with TIN matching, 1099 reporting, or tax-related vendor requirements preferred
• Proficiency in ERP or accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms)
• Intermediate Excel skills, including data review and reconciliation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills with ability to interact with vendors and internal teams
• High level of confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal data

If you are interested in learning more, please apply now.

Pay Details: $19.00 to $20.00 per hour

Search managed by: Christopher Riley

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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