Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist Job Description The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for high-volume vendor invoice processing in a manufacturing-focused environment. Working within a collaborative accounting team, this role manages approximately 50 invoices per day from a shared AP inbox, performs three-way matching, resolves discrepancies, and maintains accurate accounts payable records within a large ERP system. This position is ideal for an AP professional seeking a stable, long-term opportunity in a supportive and team-oriented setting. Responsibilities

- Process approximately 50+ supplier invoices per day from a shared accounts payable inbox.
- Perform three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and packing slips to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Enter, verify, and maintain vendor invoices and related data in the ERP system.
- Identify, research, and resolve invoice discrepancies and issues in a timely manner.
- Support purchasing and receiving teams by coordinating on PO-related and delivery-related questions.
- Communicate with vendors regarding invoice status, discrepancies, and payment-related inquiries.
- Prioritize and manage multiple AP tasks to meet deadlines and daily processing goals.
- Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable records and documentation.
- Collaborate with accounting team members to support day-to-day operational purchasing and payment activities.
- Contribute to a high-volume AP environment focused on supplier payments in a PO-driven purchasing setting.

Essential Skills

- Minimum of 3+ years of accounts payable experience.
- Proven experience processing high volumes of invoices, approximately 50 or more per day.
- Strong three-way matching experience involving purchase orders, invoices, and packing slips.
- Manufacturing, distribution, or similar supplier-based accounts payable environments
- Hands-on experience working with large ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify and correct errors.
- Effective problem-solving skills for resolving invoice and payment discrepancies.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and consistently meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with vendors and internal teams.
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills in an accounting or finance setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Experience with the P21 ERP system is preferred.
- Associates or Bachelors degree is a plus but not required.
- Experience working primarily with supplier invoices rather than utility-only or general office payables.
- Comfortable working in a stable, long-term accounts payable role.
- Prior experience supporting purchasing and receiving teams is beneficial.

Work Environment This role operates within an 89 person accounting team characterized by stability, tenure, and low turnover. The environment is high-volume and focused on supplier payments, with a heavy emphasis on supplier invoice processing and vendor communication in a PO-driven purchasing setting. The Accounts Payable Specialist reports directly to the Accounting Manager and works standard daytime hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with an hour for lunch. The culture is collaborative, with the accounting group supporting day-to-day operational purchasing and payment activities. The position offers 15 remote days per year and a 13% annual bonus paid out quarterly, reflecting a commitment to work-life balance and performance recognition. While the team is stable with limited near-term upward mobility, it provides a supportive, consistent environment for professionals who value long-term growth in their accounts payable expertise.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Clarkston, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $29.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Clarkston,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

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.

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