Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Location: Plant City, FL
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Contract Duration: Approximately 29 weeks (1,168 total hours)
Travel: None required
Job Summary
A leading company in the food distribution industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a contract position based in Plant City, FL. This role is ideal for a candidate with 1-3 years of accounts payable experience who can perform well in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a high level of accuracy to the role.
Key Responsibilities
- Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Process customer credits and maintain proper documentation
- Clear and reconcile the Accounts Payable Trial Balance
- Review and process freight invoices
- Charge expenses to appropriate accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices and expense reports
- Record accounting entries in accordance with company procedures
- Monitor payment schedules and identify available discount opportunities
- Verify vendor information for accuracy and compliance
Required Qualifications
- 1-3 years of accounts payable experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume setting
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with freight invoice processing
- Experience reconciling Accounts Payable Trial Balances
- Familiarity with vendor and expense processing workflows
About the Role
This is a full-time contract position offering 40 hours per week within a standard weekly timesheet structure. The role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with a well-established organization in the food distribution sector while developing valuable accounts payable and financial reconciliation skills.