Accounting Associate

Job Title: Accounts Payable/Accounting Associate Location: North Reading, MA 01864 (Hybrid after Training) Duration: 3 to 6 months Contract Payrate: $22/hr to $26/hr. on W2 About Us We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounts Payable Accounting Associate to support our finance operations in the semiconductor test equipment industry. This role is responsible for processing vendor invoices, employee expense reports, ensuring accurate and timely payments, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments such as procurement, engineering, and operations. Position Summary As an Accounts Payable Accounting Associate, youll be responsible for managing the full-cycle of the accounts payable process. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable working across multiple business units. Key Responsibilities Process high-volume vendor invoices using ERP and AP automation tools Review and approve employee expense reports Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies Collaborate with procurement, IT, and operations teams to resolve invoice issues Participate in the weekly payment runs (ACH, wire, check) Assist with month-end accounting close activities Maintain organized and audit-ready AP records Support internal and external audits Recommend improvements to AP workflows and automation Qualifications Associate or Bachelor degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience 3+ years of experience processing accounts payable Proficiency with Oracle ERP system preferred Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong communication and problem-solving abilities Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities Kamran Beg (862) 398 1371 Kamran.beg@artech.com