Hire Accounts Payable Specialists

AP specialists keep vendors paid on time and spend under control. Our LatAm AP talent handles high invoice volume with clean documentation.

  • Works your time zone
  • 8-stage vetting
  • Shortlist in 7–10 days

Typical annual cost

U.S. hire$58,000
Lateam LatAm hire$19,000

Companies save around 67% per accounts payable specialist — with no drop in seniority.

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What a accounts payable specialist does

Hire remote accounts payable specialists from Latin America.

  • Process vendor invoices and match to POs and receipts
  • Run payment batches and manage payment schedules
  • Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain vendor records and W-9 documentation
  • Support month-end accruals and AP aging reporting
  • Enforce approval workflows and spend policy

Core skills we test for

  • Invoice processing
  • 3-way match
  • Vendor management
  • AP aging & accruals
  • ERP and AP automation
  • Attention to detail

Tools they work in

Bill.comNetSuiteQuickBooksCoupaMicrosoft ExcelRampSAPSlack

Hiring accounts payable specialists, answered

How quickly can I hire a accounts payable specialist?

We typically present a shortlist of fully vetted candidates within 7–10 business days, and most clients make a hire within three weeks of kickoff.

How much does a remote accounts payable specialist from Latin America cost?

Most of our accounts payable specialists land around $19,000 per year all-in, versus roughly $58,000 for a comparable U.S. hire — about 67% less, with no drop in quality.

Will they work in my time zone?

Yes. Every professional we place works your business hours — LatAm overlaps with all U.S. time zones, so there are no overnight handoffs.

How do you vet accounts payable specialists?

Eight stages: English proficiency, a real role-specific skills assessment, structured interviews, behavioral assessment, reference checks, background check, internet speed test, and a workspace walkthrough. Roughly 2–3% of applicants pass.

Ready to meet your accounts payable specialist?

Book a free 20-minute intro call. We’ll scope the role and send a vetted shortlist within 7–10 days.

Book a free intro call