Accounts Payable Specialist at Aston Carter

, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

27.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Invoice Processing, Purchase Order, Three-way Matching, Excel Proficiency, ERP Systems, Problem-solving, Interpersonal Skills, Analytical Capabilities

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for performing data entry and related duties in disbursing non-payroll accounts payable to individuals, suppliers, corporations, and other entities. This role ensures the timely and accurate processing of vouchers and payments, while interacting with suppliers and internal customers including buyers, managers, and other finance team members. Responsibilities Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager to maintain payment policies and general A/P performance skills. Process vendor invoices through A/P automation and ERP systems to obtain approval for disbursements in accordance with approval limits. Compare invoices to freight accruals, report discrepancies, and process for payment. Verify and process invoices to ensure they are charged to the proper accounts and cost centers. Investigate payment problems while following company policies and procedures. Reconcile vendor statements and work with vendors on reconciling items. Review all debit balances, refunds, and adjustments, and properly apply adjustments and/or corrections. Work closely with the Transportation team to ensure freight vouchers are processed from the Transportation Management System into the ERP system. Ensure strict confidentiality and privacy of financial records as they relate to the organization and its business partners. Perform a 3-way match of purchase order, receiving report, and vendor invoice as needed. Apply payment policy to make timely A/P payments and ensure cash discounts are earned and taken. Essential Skills Accounts payable Invoicing Invoice processing Purchase order Three-way matching Excel proficiency, including creating pivot tables and basic formulas Experience with large ERP systems, preferably JDE Minimum 1-2 years of full-cycle AP experience Additional Skills & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting preferred, or equivalent combination of education and work experience Manufacturing experience is preferred but not required Strong problem-solving experience, interpersonal skills, and analytical capabilities Ability to work in a self-directed team environment Aptitude for efficient utilization of computer technologies including MS applications such as Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint Work Environment The work schedule includes a rotation of Monday to Thursday in the office, with the option to work remotely on Fridays. The standard working hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility for hours between 7:00 am to 4:00 pm or 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. The role involves working with cross-functional teams, including buyers, purchasing, and plant accounting managers, and may require speaking with internal teams and external resources. The environment involves using technologies such as JDE (ERP) and Excel. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Fenton, Missouri. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Fenton,MO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 27, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Responsibilities

The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for processing vendor invoices and ensuring timely payments. This role involves collaboration with various teams to maintain payment policies and resolve discrepancies.