Accounts Payable Specialist

Company Description TempsPlus, Inc – Employment Services is a locally owned staffing agency serving leading businesses in the Purchase, KY area with temporary, temp-to-perm, and direct hire solutions. Since 1988, the company has supported employers with a broad range of human resources needs while connecting job seekers to strong employment opportunities. As a flexible alternative to large national agencies, TempsPlus tailors its services to meet the specific needs of clients and candidates without unnecessary red tape. The agency now focuses on industrial and light industrial staffing, administrative, clerical, customer service roles, and professional placements, offering a variety of pathways for career growth.
Role Description This is a remote, contract Accounts Payable Specialist role supporting TempsPlus, Inc – Employment Services and its clients. The Accounts Payable Specialist will review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and timely payments. Day-to-day tasks include reconciling accounts payable transactions, preparing and posting accounting journal entries, resolving invoice discrepancies, and maintaining up-to-date records in accounting systems. The role also involves collaborating with finance and operations teams to answer payment inquiries, assist with month-end closing activities, and support continuous improvement of payables processes. The specialist is expected to manage workload independently, meet established deadlines, and uphold internal controls and compliance standards.
Qualifications
Strong accounting skills, including experience with Accounts Payable processes and journal entries (Accounting).
Ability to accurately manage and reconcile expense reports and related documentation.
Solid finance knowledge and analytical skills to interpret transactions and identify discrepancies.
Proficiency with accounting or ERP software, spreadsheets, and basic office productivity tools.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a remote environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Prior experience in a high-volume payables or finance role is preferred.
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or equivalent work experience is beneficial.

Work arrangement
Yes