Contract-Accounts Payable Specialist

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## Your Purpose

The Accounts Payable Contractor will provide day-to-day AP support while the department prepares for and transitions to the new SAP ERP system. Prior to the January 2027 go-live, responsibilities will include invoice and purchase order processing, payment support, reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, and implementation support. Following go-live, the role will focus primarily on AP discrepancy research and resolution, along with other departmental support as needed.

This is a hybrid position requiring employees to work from the Fort Lauderdale office four days per week (Monday through Thursday), with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

## Your Impact

Pre-SAP Implementation and Transition Support — Through January 2027

- Post purchase orders and invoices accurately and timely in the current ERP system.
- Initiate payments to vendors via ACH, wire, and check.
- Reconcile Accounts Payable ledgers and investigate and resolve outstanding differences.
- Follow up with internal departments to obtain missing purchase orders, approvals, receipts, or other required documentation.
- Track outstanding discrepancies and follow up regularly to ensure timely resolution.
- Provide general back-office and Accounts Payable support based on the department’s needs and priorities.
- Assist with maintaining accurate documentation and records to support the SAP transition and ongoing AP operations.

Post-SAP Go-Live — January 2027 and Beyond

- Research and resolve invoice discrepancies, including issues involving invoices, POs, receipts, and supporting documentation.
- Review blocked, parked, and unresolved invoices and identify required actions for resolution.
- Follow up with internal departments and vendors to obtain missing information, approvals, corrected invoices, or credit memos.
- Identify recurring issues and communicate trends or process concerns to management.
- Perform AP reconciliations and provide ongoing AP support as needed.
- Support additional AP projects and departmental priorities as assigned.

## Your Journey so far

- AP, accounting, or invoice processing experience.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and follow-up skills.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and PivotTables.
- ERP/AP system experience; SAP preferred but not required.
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

## Your Essentials

Information about visa requirements if any:

- US Passport or US Permanent Resident
- MSC Cruises is an E-Verify employer

MSC Cruises USA is an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations. It is our policy to employ and promote qualified candidates without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, age, origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Our commitment

We are committed to building a future that values diverse perspectives, embraces the world beyond borders, and fosters an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves. Our commitment extends to taking meaningful, measurable actions that have a long-term positive impact on our guests, our employees and our planet.

Ready to turn your passion into something extraordinary? Join us at MSC Cruises, where new opportunities await. Apply today to be part of a global team that is pushing boundaries and achieving something remarkable. Your journey starts here!