Accounts Payable Specialist About the Company & Opportunity Our client is a leading Government Contractor company who was named one of Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies"! They are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist. This position begins as a contract paying $26 hourly. For the right candidate, this will be a permanent position paying up to $47,000 - $50,000 a year salary. Job Responsibilities for the Accounts Payable Specialist: As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for processing all invoices received for payments and for undertaking the payment of all creditors in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. This will involve, compiling and maintaining accounts payable records, while also providing clerical and administrative support as needed. Full Cycle accounts payable Check and approve all vouchers for payment Enter all accounts payable invoices that are schedule to be paid into the system Answer all vendor inquiries Analyze vendor accounts and negotiate extended terms with vendors when cash is restricted Print all accounts payable reports and maintain all accounts payable files Assist with accounts receivable and special projects, as necessary We are looking for an objective Accounts Payable Specialist who combines a solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable principles, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You should be highly organized and detail-oriented and possess the ability to effectively work both independently or in a team setting. It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Specific requirements for this Accounts Payable Specialist include: 3- 5 years of strong accounts payable experience. Good data entry skills, attention to detail, high volume processing. Bonus would be Costpoint and subcontractor experience. GC Experience a plus. Strong work ethic. MUST be US Citizen Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records High degree of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid computer and data entry skills Keywords: accounts payable, AP specialist, accounting, Deltek, government contract, Costpoint