Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Waterbury, CT
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary / Contract
Pay: $25–$29/hour

A growing organization in the Waterbury area is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join its accounting team. This is a great opportunity for an accounting professional with prior AP experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of day-to-day financial processes.

Position Overview

The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing invoices, coordinating payments, maintaining vendor accounts, and supporting general accounting operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while ensuring transactions are processed accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Review, code, and enter vendor invoices into the accounting system

• Verify invoice details, approvals, and supporting documentation

• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving records when applicable

• Prepare and process vendor payments, including checks and electronic transfers

• Maintain accurate vendor records and respond to payment inquiries

• Reconcile vendor statements and research discrepancies

• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on payment issues

• Assist with month-end closing activities and account reconciliations

• Maintain organized AP records and supporting documentation

• Communicate with internal departments and vendors to resolve invoice-related questions

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and maintain efficient workflows

• Assist with additional accounting projects as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounts payable experience

• Understanding of general accounting principles and invoice processing

• Experience with accounting software or ERP systems

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

Position Details

This is an opportunity to join a growing organization in a hands-on accounting role with exposure to a variety of AP responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute to the team’s daily operations.

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