The Accounts Payable Lead oversees the end-to-end accounts payable process, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and strong vendor relationships. This role combines hands-on transactional work with leadership responsibilities, supporting process improvements, efficiencies, and automations within a growing accounts payable department.
Responsibilities
Verify the receipt, price, and quantity of all products and services received to ensure accuracy before processing payment.
Code and input outstanding invoices into accounts payable systems, including DataStream and SAP, in a timely and accurate manner.
Review and verify computer batch reports to confirm the accuracy of invoice input and correct any discrepancies.
Reconcile vendor statements regularly and resolve variances by investigating and correcting discrepancies.
Handle vendor concerns professionally and promptly, providing clear communication and effective resolution.
Maintain organized and up-to-date files and records for all accounts payable transactions.
Proof, correct, and post all invoices entered directly into the payables systems to ensure data integrity.
Review vendor statements for past-due invoices and credits, and follow up as necessary to maintain current accounts.
Generate various spreadsheets and reports to support month-end and year-end closing activities.
Match checks with corresponding invoices and prepare payments for mailing or distribution.
Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors to support effective operations.
Evaluate compliance with vendor agreements and reconcile all dispute notifications from vendors against existing agreements.
Serve as a backup to other Accounts Payable Clerks in their absence to ensure continuity of operations.
Contribute to the development of new efficiencies and automations within the accounts payable department as the organization grows.
Essential Skills
Demonstrated experience in accounts payable, including invoice processing, statement reconciliation, and vendor communication.
Experience with purchase order-based invoice processing.
Ability to provide supervision or lead support within the accounts payable function.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with professional decorum.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
Excellent customer service skills for working effectively with internal teams and external vendors.
Good mathematical and analytical skills to anticipate problems and provide practical solutions.
Positive, results-oriented attitude focused on achieving goals and delivering accurate, timely work.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2-4 years of job-related experience in accounts payable or a closely related accounting function.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience using DataStream and SAP or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) and payables systems.
Ability to support and contribute to process improvements, efficiencies, and automation initiatives within accounts payable.
Proven ability to maintain accurate records and documentation in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and compliance.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across departments and with external partners.
Work Environment
This position operates within a structured accounts payable department of approximately 12 team members and reports into a senior-level accounts payable leadership role. The team uses DataStream, SAP, and Microsoft Office applications as core tools to manage high volumes of invoices and payments. The environment supports growth and offers the opportunity to participate in developing new efficiencies and automations as the organization continues to expand. Work is performed in a professional office setting with a focus on collaboration, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Deerfield Beach, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/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 Deerfield Beach,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.
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.
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