• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Aston Carter (Overland Park, KS)


    Accounts Payable Specialist – Contract (5–6 Months)

     

    Pay: $25–$28/hour

     

    Aston Carter has partnered with a company in Overland Park seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a 5–6 month assignment, with potential for extension. This role offers a supportive team environment, hybrid flexibility, and an immediate start.

     

    Key Details

     

    + Duration: 5–6 months (chance of extension)

    + Schedule: On-site with one remote day per week (Monday or Friday, depending on team schedule)

    + Pay: $25–$28/hour

    + Environment: Great team culture and collaborative workplace

    + Experience Required: 2–3 years in accounts payable or related role

    + Availability: Can interview and start ASAP

    Job Description

    The Accounts Payable Specialist is responsible for managing accounts payable-related activities and procedures for the organization, ensuring that all accounts are properly paid, and providing accurate and timely management reports. This role requires attention to detail and a passion for accurate and compliant practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with all levels within the organization. They will lead their team to ensure they provide support to our customers while ensuring partnership and collaborative fiduciary responsibility for the company.

    Responsibilities

    + Manage and oversee accounts payable activities and procedures.

    + Ensure all accounts are accurately and timely paid.

    + Provide accurate and timely management reports.

    + Demonstrate strong communication skills to interact with all organizational levels.

    + Lead and support the team in providing excellent customer service.

    + Uphold collaborative fiduciary responsibility for the company.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in accounts payable, accounting, invoicing, and invoice processing.

    + Experience with three-way matching and accounts payable processes.

    + Strong skills in Microsoft Excel.

    + Experience with Oracle systems.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Over 2 years of high-volume accounts payable experience.

    + Experience with PO match exceptions.

    + Oracle experience is a significant advantage, especially in assisting with Oracle Fusion implementation on the supply chain side.

    + Bachelor's degree is a plus.

    Work Environment

    The position is part of a team of six in the accounts payable group, located in a newly reconstructed office with a casual environment where jeans are permitted. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8:30 AM to 4:30/5:00 PM. The role requires in-office presence at least four days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely on Fridays or Mondays once fully up and running.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Overland Park, KS.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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 Overland Park,KS.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.