Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing energy organization in Texas. This contract opportunity is well suited for someone who can manage complex payables activity in a fast-paced setting while maintaining accuracy and strong internal partnerships. The position offers the chance to contribute across multiple entities, support operational efficiency, and help strengthen day-to-day AP processes within an Oracle Fusion environment.
Responsibilities:
• Oversee end-to-end accounts payable activities for multiple business entities, ensuring invoices move efficiently from receipt through payment.
• Process a large volume of purchase order and non-purchase order invoices in Oracle Fusion with careful attention to coding, accuracy, and policy compliance.
• Research and resolve payment and invoice issues such as mismatched pricing, duplicate submissions, missing documentation, and vendor account discrepancies.
• Reconcile vendor statements and follow through on outstanding items to maintain accurate balances and timely payments.
• Monitor approval workflows and coordinate with internal stakeholders to keep invoice processing and disbursements on schedule.
• Support ACH, wire, and check payment cycles while adhering to established financial controls and documentation standards.
• Assist with month-end activities by preparing accrual support, completing account reconciliations, and responding to audit-related requests.
• Work closely with Accounting, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Operations teams to address issues, improve service levels, and streamline AP processes.
• Contribute to Oracle Fusion enhancements, testing efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the overall payables function.
• Provide guidance on best practices and assist with training or onboarding support when needed.• At least 5 years of progressive accounts payable experience in a high-volume environment.
• Hands-on experience with Oracle Fusion Accounts Payable is required.
• Strong knowledge of full-cycle AP operations, including invoice processing, purchase order matching, approvals, and payment execution.
• Experience handling ACH transactions, check runs, vendor reconciliation, and account issue resolution.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working with large sets of financial data.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate discrepancies, identify root causes, and resolve complex payables issues effectively.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work productively with vendors and cross-functional internal teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
