Accounts Payable Specialist TEMP

Accounts Payable Specialist TEMP - Hybrid

A rapidly growing, multi-divisional company headquartered in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with services supporting all of Clark’s distribution methods in the food service industry.
As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the financial health of our organization by ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions. Your primary responsibility will be to manage the entire accounts payable cycle, from invoice receipt to payment reconciliation. You will collaborate closely with vendors, internal teams, and management to guarantee smooth operations and adherence to financial policies and procedures. This is a short-term temp position lasting between 3-6 months.
Candidate must have the ability to commute daily to our corporate campus in Lancaster, PA. Candidates are expected to work in office 2 days a week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Invoice Processing:

Receive, review, and accurately enter invoices into the accounting system. Match invoices to purchase orders and receipts, verifying the validity and accuracy of charges.
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Data Accuracy:

Maintain meticulous records of financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
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Issue Resolution : Investigate and resolve discrepancies and variances in invoices and payments, working to prevent future occurrences.
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Process Support:

Contribute to the improvement of accounts payable processes, suggesting enhancements for increased efficiency.
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Process Improvement:

Continuously identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounts payable function. Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
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Process and Manage Specialized Tasks:

Includes tasks such as expense coding and reporting, account reconciliation, payment runs, etc.
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Vendor Communication:

Build and maintain positive relationships with procurement, vendors, and suppliers. Address any inquiries or discrepancies regarding invoices, payments, and statements.
Payment Processing:

Prepare and process payments, which may include checks, electronic transfers, and ACH payments. Ensure payments are made within agreed-upon terms to take advantage of early payment discounts and avoid penalties.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree or higher in accounting or related field /or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in accounts payable or similar field
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
Proficiency with MS Office required (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required
Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines accurately in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team
Ability to quickly adapt as business needs change; ability to address difficult situations with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail
Customer service-oriented attitude with a demonstrated desire to exceed expectations
LANGUAGE SKILLS
· Business Proficiency in English is required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Work is performed while sitting/standing and interfacing with a personal computer
· Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing
· Requires the ability to sit for long periods of time
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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