Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert is partnered with a premier education management firm who is seeking an Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist  to join their team on a contract basis.  Details below!

Title: Accounts Payable (AP) Specialist
Location: Hybrid - Tysons Corner, VA
Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour
Job Type: Contract

Responsibilities

• Charge expenses to accounts and cost centers and control petty cash spending
• Verify vendor accounts, pay vendors and resolve purchase order, invoice or payment discrepancies
• Issue purchase order amendments and stop payments
• Monitor payroll expense claims, including salary advances and overtime payments
• Reconcile account transactions with the general ledger
• Perform recordkeeping and prepare financial reports
• Keep informed of regulatory requirements and best practices in accounting

Requirements and skills

• Proven work experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or similar role
• Advanced competency in accounting and business management software
• In-depth knowledge of accounts payable principles, accounting standards and industry regulations
• Extensive experience in account reconciliation
• Great time management and organizational skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities
• Relevant training and/or certifications as an Accounts Payable Specialist