AP Specialist

Location: Stamford, CT
Hours: 8:30-5:00, M-F
Work modality: 100% in-office
Compensation: $27-30/hr

Our client is the nation's leading company in their industry, managing a portfolio of household brand names you definitely know and use. They're headquartered in a stunning, open-concept office space in Stamford and are looking for a detail-oriented AP Specialist to join their finance team immediately.

• Work with iconic brands that are part of American culture
• Beautiful workspace with modern, open-concept design
• Free catered lunch and breakfast every Friday
• Clear growth trajectory into broader accounting and finance roles
• Stability meets innovation - established company with forward momentum

You'll be the financial backbone supporting three separate companies within the portfolio, ensuring smooth payment operations and strong vendor relationships.

Core Responsibilities:

• Process and validate invoices across multiple entities with precision and efficiency
• Execute three-way matching protocols, reconciling purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to catch discrepancies before they become issues
• Monitor the "goods received but not invoiced" report and resolve outstanding items quickly
• Build professional relationships with suppliers, handling statements, inquiries, and dispute resolution with diplomacy
• Analyze aging reports to stay ahead of overdue invoices and maintain vendor goodwill
• Identify opportunities to streamline AP processes and strengthen internal controls

Required:

• 1+ years of hands-on accounts payable experience with exposure to general accounting functions
• Proven three-way matching experience
• Tech-savvy mindset with ability to learn new systems quickly and juggle multiple platforms
• Sharp attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication abilities for vendor interactions

Preferred:

• Associate's degree in Accounting or related business field
• D365 experience, or similar ERP experience