AP Specialist

Accounts Payable (AP) Consultant (CONTRACT)

DFW, TX - Hybrid schedule

$25-35 / hr

Growing and dynamic team is looking for a solutions-oriented AP project consultant with experience in process improvement streamlining. Ideal candidates will have progressive experience within A / P, system implementation experience, experience with AP aging reports, and positive mentorship style.

Will oversee the daily operations of the AP function across all U.S. entities and foreign subsidiaries. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, maintaining accurate AP aging reports, managing vendor relationships, and supporting the implementation of a new ERP system. This position will also play a key role in identifying and implementing process improvements, developing documentation and controls, and resolving reconciling items.

Responsibilities :

• Support ERP system implementation and other projects, with an emphasis on AP functionality and process optimization.

Lead the month-end close process for accounts payable and ensure timely accruals and reconciliations.

Prepare reports and metrics for management, including aging summaries, payment forecasts, and KPIs.

Monitor AP aging and ensure vendor balances and credits are accurately reflected and appropriately applied.

Partner with vendors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies and improve service levels

Lead the implementation, process improvement measures for concurrent projects in order to streamline the department

Ensure that KPIs are implemented effectively and met consistently

Identify areas for streamlining processes and developing enhanced analytics

Utilize multiple systems and Microsoft Office

Manage concurrent projects including goals and timelines

Display positive and mentoring attitude

Perform other duties as required Qualifications :

7-10+ years of A / P experience

Microsoft Dynamics and Hyperion experience preferred

Major ERP understanding, advanced Excel

Thorough understanding of A / P

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects successfully

Change management experience

Team player who works well in a changing environment

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business.

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