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Job Title: Accounts Payable AssociateJob Description

The Accounts Payable Associate is primarily responsible for maintaining vendor relationships within the Sub-Vendor Program process. This role serves as the primary contact for vendor invoicing and payment processing, providing financial and administrative support by ensuring payments and expenses are processed accurately and timely.

Responsibilities

+ Facilitate the payment process for 650-750 sub-contractors.

+ Audit internal systems to ensure payments are released accurately and internal controls are correctly set up.

+ Research and resolve payment discrepancies with a high level of customer service.

+ Serve as a support liaison for field offices and Operational Support Group, addressing vendor and payment policies, procedures, and PeopleSoft issues.

+ Produce various reports for field and corporate managers to assist with customer obligations and business decisions.

Essential Skills

+ Strong accounts payable experience.

+ Accounting knowledge.

+ Customer service orientation.

+ Management skills, with the ability to lead a team of at least four.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.

+ Ability to multi-task and work independently as well as in a team environment.

+ Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Prior AP experience.

+ Pursuing a 2-year degree in a business-related field.

+ Prior internship or 1-2 years of work experience in customer service or a business, financial environment.

+ Great conflict resolution skills.

+ Demonstrated professionalism.

+ Excellent problem-solving skills.

Work Environment

The role is fully in-office, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm. The position offers a long-term contract with the potential to become permanent based on workflow.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.04 - $24.04/hr.

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 Hanover,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.

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® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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.

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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.