• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Aston Carter (Roanoke, VA)


    Accounts Payable Specialist

    Job Description

    As an Accounts Payable Specialist, you will play a crucial role in managing and processing financial transactions to ensure the efficient operation of the finance department. You will be responsible for receiving, verifying, and reconciling expense reports, processing a high volume of invoices, facilitating vendor payments, and maintaining accurate accounting records.

    Responsibilities

    + Receive and verify expense reports; reconcile expense and other financial reports with account balances and office records.

    + Process 150-300+ invoices daily using the GRMS internal ERP system, handling a weekly total of approximately 1200 invoices.

    + Facilitate payment of vendors, which includes verifying federal ID numbers, reviewing purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies.

    + Ensure outstanding obligations are credited upon payment, identify discount opportunities, and issue purchase order amendments or stop-payment orders as needed.

    + Assist with maintaining accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions.

    + Record entry of, verify documentation for, and distribute petty cash.

    + Calculate and report sales tax based on paid invoices.

    Essential Skills

    + 1-2 years of accounts payable experience.

    + Experience processing 100+ invoices daily (400-500 weekly).

    + Proficiency in basic Excel, particularly in navigating spreadsheets.

    + Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to problem solve.

    + Ability to work independently and navigate through systems effectively.

    + Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience in the manufacturing industry.

    + Strong accounts payable processing experience.

    + Ability to handle high volume invoice processing.

    Work Environment

    The work hours are from 8 AM to 5 PM, with occasional requirements to stay late or come in early. Weekend work is voluntary and incentivized with benefits such as breakfast, lunch, gift cards, and extra pay, particularly during month-end or backlog periods. The team consists of six other Accounts Payable Specialists, fostering a supportive and dynamic work culture. The company is a leading manufacturer in North America with a strong focus on growth and team collaboration.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roanoke, Virginia.

    Contact Me:

    Kaitland Clawson

    View my availability here:

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitland-clawson-552605154/

     

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    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.50/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 Roanoke,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 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.