Accounts Payable Specialist

St. Louis, MO (hybrid schedule!)

Job Description

The Accounts Payable (A/P) Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring the timely and accurate processing of non-payroll accounts payable to individuals, suppliers, corporations, and other entities. This position requires interaction with suppliers and internal customers, including buyers, managers, and members of the finance group, to maintain seamless financial operations.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Accounts Payable Manager to maintain payment policies and enhance A/P performance skills.Process vendor invoices through A/P automation and ERP systems, ensuring compliance with approval limits.Compare invoices to freight accruals, reporting discrepancies and processing for payment.Verify and process invoices, ensuring they are charged to the correct accounts and cost centers.Investigate payment issues, adhering to company policies and procedures, and reconcile vendor statements.Review and apply adjustments and corrections for all debit balances, refunds, and adjustments.Work closely with the Transportation team to process freight vouchers from the Transportation Management System into the ERP system.Ensure confidentiality and privacy of financial records related to the organization and its business partners.Perform 3-way match of purchase order, receiving report, and vendor invoice as needed.Apply payment policies to ensure timely A/P payments and earn cash discounts.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in accounts payable, invoicing, invoice processing, and purchase orders.Experience with three-way matching, preferably in a manufacturing or large company setting.Competency in Excel, including creating pivot tables and basic formulas.Familiarity with large ERP systems, preferably JDE.1-2 years of full-cycle AP experience.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting preferred, or equivalent education and work experience.Demonstrated ability to manage accounting figures with accuracy and attention to detail.Strong problem-solving skills, interpersonal skills, and analytical capabilities.Experience working in a self-directed team environment.Proficiency in MS applications, including Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Work Environment

The work environment offers a flexible schedule with a rotation of Monday to Thursday in the office and remote work on Fridays. Working hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with flexibility to start earlier or later. The role involves working with cross-functional teams and external resources, and is a short-term assignment for approximately three months.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Fenton, MO.

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\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • 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 Dec 26, 2025.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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.

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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.

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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.

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