Join a fast-paced finance team as an Accounts Payable Specialist supporting both U.S. and international vendor operations in a remote, PST-based role. This contract opportunity offers the chance to own end-to-end AP processes, help improve workflows, and contribute to a mission-driven organization working at the forefront of AI.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full vendor invoice lifecycle, including review, coding, matching to purchase orders, and accurate accounting treatment
• Monitor the AP inbox to route invoices promptly and respond to vendor inquiries within service-level expectations
• Verify sales tax and VAT handling, along with proper general ledger coding and related accounting considerations
• Support internal controls by identifying discrepancies, mitigating risk, and following established procedures
• Document, maintain, and improve AP workflows to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability
• Review billing statements and partner with vendors to resolve issues and support timely payments
• Contribute to special projects, reporting, analysis, and other ad hoc finance tasks
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as accounting, finance, legal, IT, and tax as needed

Skills

• 7+ years of experience processing accounts payable invoices in the U.S. and at least one international market
• Background in accounting or related finance work
• Experience supporting AP in a high-growth, fast-changing environment
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a remote setting
• Clear communication skills with a service-oriented approach
• Comfort handling sensitive and confidential information
• Experience working with cross-functional business partners

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AP automation tools such as OCR, RPA, and e-invoicing
• Hands-on experience with Workday and Zip HQ
• Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
• Experience with compute and infrastructure invoices, including GL coding, cost center allocation, and accruals
• Process improvement mindset with an interest in using AI tools to streamline work
• Experience working in environments that value adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• International AP experience and familiarity with scaling processes in a growing organization

Horizontal Talent is committed to building inclusive hiring practices and fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives are welcomed, respected, and valued. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique experience and ideas to the team.