Accounts Payable Representative

is seeking to hire an Accounts Payable Representative for our client in Somerset!
Benefits Available!
Weekly Pay!
$23.92/Hour
Shift: M-F between 7 AM and 5 PM

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Accounts Payable Representative to join our busy team in Somerset, NJ. This is an on-site position requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexible scheduling between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

While the broader team operates in a hybrid environment, this position will initially be fully on-site with no remote work available at the start of the assignment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive accounts payable experience, strong proficiency with ERP systems such as PeopleSoft, and a proven ability to succeed in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Because training will move quickly, candidates should be experienced, adaptable, and prepared to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities
Review and analyze invoices and accurately charge expenses to the appropriate accounts and cost centers.
Process vendor invoices against issued purchase orders and receipts.
Identify and resolve purchase order, invoice, and payment discrepancies.
Reconcile vendor statements by verifying entries and comparing system records and reports to account balances.
Support and process customer billing activities.
Maintain the confidentiality of sensitive financial, vendor, and company information.
Identify opportunities to improve accounts payable and payment-related processes.
Perform high-volume data entry with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable records.
Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience

Minimum of 4+ years of proven accounts payable experience.
Demonstrated experience working with ERP systems, preferably PeopleSoft or a comparable ERP platform.
Proven experience performing high-volume data entry in a fast-paced environment.
Experience researching and resolving invoice, purchase order, and vendor-related discrepancies.
Professional Skills
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to analyze financial and transactional information
Working knowledge of accounting and accounts payable processes
Vendor relationship management skills
Strong PC and computer proficiency
Excellent data entry skills
General mathematical skills
Ability to track and monitor budget-related expenses
Ability to manage a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy
Ability to learn processes quickly and work effectively with limited ramp-up time
Work Schedule & Environment
Monday through Friday
40 hours per week
Flexible scheduling between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM
Workday may not begin earlier than 7:00 AM or extend later than 5:00 PM
Position is on-site in Somerset, NJ
The team currently operates in a hybrid environment; however, the selected candidate will be expected to work on-site when beginning the assignment