Job Description

Position Title: Accounts Payable Specialist

Wage: $22.00 - $30.00/hour

Shift: 1st

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing finance team in Plymouth, WI. This is a 6-month contract role with the potential to become long term. Responsibilities include processing vendor invoices, handling expense reports, preparing payments, and ensuring accuracy in accounting records. The position also involves working with an ERP system, managing vendor correspondence, and assisting with month-end journal entries and reconciliations. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Accounting or a related field, 2-3 years of accounts payable or accounting experience, and strong attention to detail.

Accounts Payable Specialist Responsibilities:
- Process vendor invoices, expense reports, and check requests with accuracy and proper approvals
- Verify three-way matches in JD Edwards and resolve discrepancies with Procurement and Receiving
- Manage vendor correspondence and monitor Accounts Payable email inbox
- Prepare and process vendor payments, transitioning from checks to ACH where possible
- Handle new vendor setup, W-9s, ACH forms, and tax exemption certificates
- Review freight bills, self-assess use tax per WI regulations, and ensure accurate account coding
- Perform month-end journal entries, reconciliations, and maintain organized AP records
- Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency

Requirements for Accounts Payable Specialist:
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- 2–3 years of accounting or accounts payable experience preferred
- Experience with JD Edwards or similar ERP system a plus
- Proficiency in Excel preferred
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently or as part of a team
- Problem-solving mindset, adaptability, and commitment to accuracy and quality

sheboygan@qpsemployment.com

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