Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid)

DivIHN (pronounced "divine") is a CMMI ML3-certified Technology and Talent solutions firm. Driven by a unique Purpose, Culture, and Value Delivery Model, we enable meaningful connections between talented professionals and forward-thinking organizations. Since our formation in 2002, organizations across commercial and public sectors have been trusting us to help build their teams with exceptional temporary and permanent talent. Visit us at to learn more and view our open positions. Please apply or call one of us to learn more For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist Dinesh at 217 - 280 - 9214 Title: Accounts Payable Specialist (Hybrid) Location: Baltimore, MD Duration: 6 Months with possibility of extension Note: In-office 4x/week, Monday-Thursday and Remote on Fridays Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered Description Essential Duties & Responsibilities Reconcile invoice exceptions, PO- or contract-related activities according to exception handling guidelines via Ariba queues Monitor invoice submission compliance for Ariba network and non-network vendors; provide guidance on correct invoice submission method where applicable Responsible for exception handling and KPI reporting within DataServ portal Analyze system errors related to invoice failures for appropriate action Performs regular review of vendor accounts through accounts payable aging, identifying and analyzing detailed invoice postings for appropriate action Researches, performs root cause analysis and resolves a high volume of inquiries via email concerning account status, including communicating the resolution of discrepancies to the appropriate individuals Manages incoming mail on behalf of Vendor Financial Services Support Purchase to Pay process, policies and procedures in collaboration with key stakeholders Maintain updates as requested on the Vendor Financial Services sharepoint site Action inquiries or tasks related to 3rd party services upon request Provide internal/external audit with requested documents or files Performs other duties as required to support Vendor Financial Services Qualifications Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proven experience within a Purchase to Pay role Strong organizational skills, must be detail-oriented Ability to follow up timely on pending issues and meet deadlines Demonstrated ability to identify needs/issues, probe for root causes, and evaluate alternative business solutions and approaches Education and/Or Experience: Candidate must have 4-5 years purchasing/accounts payable experience. Computer Skills SAP and Ariba experience required. Proficient in Excel About us: DivIHN, the 'IT Asset Performance Services' organization, provides Professional Consulting, Custom Projects, and Professional Resource Augmentation services to clients in the Mid-West and beyond. The strategic characteristics of the organization are Standardization, Specialization, and Collaboration. DivIHN is an equal opportunity employer. DivIHN does not and shall not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.