About this role
Job Title: Accounts Payable SpecialistJob DescriptionWe are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team. This role involves managing and processing invoices, maintaining vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate financial transactions within the company. The specialist will work closely with various internal departments to resolve discrepancies and optimize the accounts payable process.
Responsibilities
- Review and match invoices to purchase orders and post accordingly.
- Report discrepancies to purchasing and receiving departments and reconcile/resolve differences.
- Review and process invoices using Abby, Workbench, and Concur.
- Maintain relations with vendors and internal departments.
- Review and respond to incoming emails and phone inquiries from vendors and internal departments.
- Supervise group emails, including inquiries and accounts payable inboxes.
- Match purchase orders to receiving reports/invoices/bills of lading for completeness.
- Assist with incoming and outgoing mail.
Essential Skills
- Accounts payable experience.
- Invoice processing and invoicing expertise.
- Proficiency in SAP ECC or similar ERP systems.
- Esker invoice processing experience.
- Statement reconciliation experience.
- Understanding of Goods Received/Invoice Received processes.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Team-oriented mindset.
- Standard Excel skills, including formulas and SUMIFs.
- 2-3+ years of relevant experience.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience with 2-way or 3-way matching.
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs.
- Proficiency in Concur.
- Knowledge of coding and accounts payable processing.
Work EnvironmentThe role requires onsite presence every day. You will be part of a team within a dynamic environment that offers training and development opportunities. The position provides exposure to AI-related systems such as Esker implementation and Concur, with potential growth opportunities as the business expands.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bronx, NY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bronx,NY.
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® Platinum Award 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 [email protected] for other accommodation options.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.