Support a Mission‑Driven Organization as an Accounts Payable Specialist!
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Schedule: 1 Month Contract |Full‑Time | Onsite
Industry: Nonprofit / Human Services (Client Confidential)
Pay: $28-$30 an hour
Are you detail‑oriented, organized, and passionate about making an impact through yor work? Our client, a well‑established nonprofit organization in Philadelphia, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to support their growing accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys working with numbers, and values accuracy, collaboration, and mission‑driven work.
About the Role
The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for processing invoices, maintaining accurate vendor records, managing outgoing payments, and ensuring all financial documentation is compliant, organized, and up to date. You’ll play a crucial role in keeping financial operations running smoothly and supporting internal departments and external vendors.
Key Responsibilities
- Process invoices across multiple entities, verify transaction details, and prepare payment disbursements
- Maintain vendor ledgers, update financial records, and ensure all documentation meets retention standards
- Generate purchase orders as needed
- Research and reconcile vendor statements; apply prompt‑pay discounts and resolve discrepancies
- Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors to ensure accurate and timely payments
- Review and process credit card reconciliations
- Maintain electronic files and financial databases
- Assist with annual audits and support other accounting functions as needed
- Prepare and update internal/external correspondence and reports
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
- 2+ years of accounts payable experience
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and accounting/payroll systems
- Experience with SAGE 100 or MAS 90 preferred
- Understanding of chart of accounts, general ledger coding, and internal controls
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, analytical ability, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality
- Team‑oriented mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
- Opportunity to support a respected, mission‑driven organization serving the Philadelphia community
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Stable role with room for growth and skill development
PeopleShare is the leading Staffing Agency in the region and has temporary to hire and permanent jobs across 8 states. Our openings include receptionist, data entry, customer service, collections, office managers, call center, administrative assistant, accounts payable clerk, accounts receivable clerk, file clerk, warehouse, assembly, production, pickers, packers, forklift, machine operators, and maintenance mechanics.
PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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