What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACCOUNTS PAYABLE SPECIALIST position at Spherion?
Great full-time contract opportunity where you can utilize your advanced accounting skills in an established local healthcare facility!
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing accounts payable and various GL functions while maintaining high accuracy and attention to detail. This role requires excellent communication skills, professional demeanor, and the ability to handle challenging situations effectively.
Duration : February 17, 2025 - May 17, 2025 (3-month contract)
Compensation : $23.00 per hour
Responsibilities :
Essential Functions :
Process and manage accounts payable transactions while maintaining internal controls, including proper authorizations, approval limits, and disbursement propriety
Handle bank transactions including voids, stop payments, and reconciliations while maintaining detailed documentation of invoices, outstanding checks, month-end AP reports, journal entries, and canceled checks
Serve as a liaison between internal and external customers, providing information and resolving vendor issues while maintaining professional communication with management
Perform regular reconciliations of vendor statements and ensure timely payment of approved expenditures while maintaining regulatory compliance
Support AP check processing, audit data entry, and maintain Excel spreadsheets with accurate formulas for uploading into AP & GL systems
Provide backup support for AP functions and Accounts Payable Manager while assisting with other accounting tasks as needed
Working hours : 8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
Skills :
Prior experience working in a healthcare environment is a plus
Education : High School
Experience : 4-7 years
Qualifications :
Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experience
Proven experience with major computer and regulatory reporting systems
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel
Demonstrated ability to maintain high accuracy and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Team-oriented mindset with ability to work independently
Proven track record of problem-solving and attention to detail
Technical Competencies :
Accounts Payable processing
General Ledger functions
Bank reconciliations
Internal controls
Regulatory compliance
Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel)
Financial documentation management
Experience with internal controls and audit procedures
Additional Requirements :
Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to adapt to changing priorities
English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)
No specific education requirements or certifications are needed for this position.
If you have the required skills and work experience that will showcase your ability as a qualified candidate, go to www.spherion.com / apply / 75102 to complete an application and submit your resume. For more details, please call (217) 359-4488.
Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.
Equal Opportunity Employer : Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).
key responsibilities
Essential Functions : Process and manage accounts payable transactions while maintaining internal controls, including proper authorizations, approval limits, and disbursement proprietyHandle bank transactions including voids, stop payments, and reconciliations while maintaining detailed documentation of invoices, outstanding checks, month-end AP reports, journal entries, and canceled checksServe as a liaison between internal and external customers, providing information and resolving vendor issues while maintaining professional communication with managementPerform regular reconciliations of vendor statements and ensure timely payment of approved expenditures while maintaining regulatory complianceSupport AP check processing, audit data entry, and maintain Excel spreadsheets with accurate formulas for uploading into AP & GL systemsProvide backup support for AP functions and Accounts Payable Manager while assisting with other accounting tasks as needed
experience
4-7 years
skills
Prior experience working in a healthcare environment is a plus
qualifications
Minimum 5 years of Accounts Payable experienceProven experience with major computer and regulatory reporting systemsAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in ExcelDemonstrated ability to maintain high accuracy and meet deadlinesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsTeam-oriented mindset with ability to work independentlyProven track record of problem-solving and attention to detailTechnical Competencies : Accounts Payable processingGeneral Ledger functionsBank reconciliationsInternal controlsRegulatory complianceMicrosoft Office Suite (especially Excel)Financial documentation managementExperience with internal controls and audit proceduresAdditional Requirements : Must be able to maintain strict confidentialityExcellent organizational and time management skillsAbility to adapt to changing prioritiesEnglish proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)No specific education requirements or certifications are needed for this position.
education
High School
Salary : $23
