Accounts Payable Specialist

Job Summary

A growing organization in the electronics, components, and semiconductor manufacturing industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a temp-to-hire opportunity in Houston, TX. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys accurate transaction processing, vendor communication, invoice reconciliation, and supporting a well-organized finance team.

The Accounts Payable Specialist will report to the Controller and play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring vendor payments are processed correctly and on time. This is a strong opportunity for someone who values a structured environment, supportive leadership, positive teamwork, and a clear path to contribute to a dependable accounting operation.

Key Responsibilities

- Receive, review, verify, and process vendor invoices and expense reports for accuracy, completeness, coding, and documentation.
- Enter accounts payable transactions into the ERP system and support accurate recordkeeping within accounting ledgers.
- Reconcile vendor statements, research basic discrepancies, and assist with month-end accounts payable support.
- Manage Accounts Payable inboxes and respond to routine vendor inquiries by email and phone.
- Support vendor payment processing by verifying documentation, purchase orders, and related approvals.
- Maintain organized AP files and assist with petty cash recording, verification, and distribution as assigned.

Compensation and Benefits

- Pay range: $26 to $31 per hour.
- Job type: Temp-to-hire.
- Location: Houston, TX.

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Additional Skills

Required Qualifications and Skills

- Process vendor invoices, expense reports, purchase order documentation, and payment support tasks.
- Reconcile vendor statements and help resolve accounts payable discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate AP records, ledgers, documentation, and ERP entries.
- Communicate professionally with vendors and internal accounting team members.

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2 to 3 years of experience in accounts payable, accounting support, or a related role required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to learn and work within accounting and ERP systems.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, accuracy, and follow-through.
- Ability to manage confidential financial information with discretion and integrity.
- Reliable, dependable, and able to meet deadlines in a structured accounting environment.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods while working at a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. occasionally.

Preferred Qualifications

- Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.
- Experience with Eclipse ERP.
- Experience in the electrical distribution industry.
- Prior experience in a manufacturing, distribution, electronics, components, or semiconductor-related environment.