Vendor Master Data Specialist (Accounts Payable)

LHH is looking for a Vendor Master for a client in Cincinnati Ohio. This is a 6-month contract-to-hire opportunity paying $19/hour - $23/hour. This position supports high-volume vendor data management and requires strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The role will maintain and update supplier records across a large database of approximately 10,000 vendors and 2,400 employee/petty cash accounts. Temp to hire and primarily remote although we would prefer someone local to Cincinnati so meeting can be joined in person when needed.

Job Duties:

• Maintain and update supplier master records, including sensitive banking and tax information
• Ensure vendor data is accurate, complete, and current for ongoing operational use
• Process duplicate TIN reporting, bulk TIN matching, and ongoing 1099 preparation activities
• Support year-end tax reporting readiness, including validation of vendor records
• Communicate with vendors and internal teams to verify and update account details
• Perform vendor cleanup, including inactive vendor review, category updates, and correction of coding issues
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and data governance standards
• Monitor and meet service level agreements (SLAs) for task completion
• Research and resolve discrepancies or data integrity issues within the supplier master
• Document processes and update desktop procedures as policies and workflows evolve
• Assist with audits, reporting requests, and special data projects as needed

Requirements:

• Prior experience in vendor master, accounts payable, or data maintenance functions
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy and compliance
• Experience working with large datasets or high-volume transactional environments
• Familiarity with TIN matching, 1099 reporting, or tax-related vendor requirements preferred
• Proficiency in ERP or accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms)
• Intermediate Excel skills, including data review and reconciliation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills with ability to interact with vendors and internal teams
• High level of confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal data

If you are interested in learning more, please apply now.