Accounts Payable Specialist

Overview:

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join an accounting team of our client in the South Denver Metro area. This Long-term Contract position focuses on accurate payment processing, expense review, and vendor support while helping maintain organized financial records and reporting compliance. The role is well suited for someone who can manage multiple transaction types, respond to inquiries efficiently, and contribute to dependable accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities:

• Review invoices, employee reimbursements, per diem submissions, and travel expenses to confirm accuracy, coding, and policy alignment before processing.

• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to investigate payment discrepancies, obtain missing documentation, and resolve outstanding issues promptly.

• Process payments on schedule, including check runs, ACH transactions, wire activity, and manual checks when required.

• Reconcile vendor statements, answer supplier questions, and help prevent delays that could result in past-due balances or penalties.

• Enter banking and payment details accurately for treasury-related processing and maintain supporting records for each transaction.

• Scan, organize, and index finance documents to support record retention and efficient document retrieval.

• Maintain 1099 data and assist with year-end reporting submissions through an external reporting provider.

• Update tracking logs and spreadsheets related to signing authority, purchasing card activity, and journal entry support, including follow-up on missing card statements.

• Monitor uncleared checks, contact vendors regarding outstanding items, and prepare documentation for unclaimed property reporting to the appropriate state office.

• At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting support, or a related finance function.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing invoices, coding transactions, and processing payments.
• Working knowledge of accounts payable practices, including account coding, ACH payments, and check run procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly with vendors and internal departments to resolve invoice, payment, and statement issues.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and financial systems used for transaction entry, tracking, and reporting.
• Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining consistent quality.
• Familiarity with data imports into EnterpriseOne is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics is preferred.