Accounts Payable Specialist

Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Minneapolis, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can bring accuracy and organization to a paper-intensive accounts payable process. The selected candidate will play a key role in clearing invoice backlogs, supporting reconciliations, and helping maintain efficient vendor payment operations.

Responsibilities:

- Process a large volume of supplier invoices by reviewing documentation, assigning correct accounting codes, and preparing items for payment.

- Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting records to confirm accuracy before entry and approval.

- Organize and batch payable transactions efficiently to support timely processing within a manual workflow.

- Reconcile accounts payable activity by investigating discrepancies and resolving unmatched or outstanding items.

- Assist with reducing existing payment backlogs by prioritizing urgent items and maintaining steady processing output.

- Maintain accurate vendor records and update file details to support smooth communication and payment activity.

- Review paper-based financial documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal procedures. Requirements - Previous experience in accounts payable, preferably in a high-volume processing environment.

- Demonstrated ability to reconcile transactions and identify discrepancies with a high level of accuracy.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for tracking, reviewing, and organizing financial data.

- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage repetitive tasks without sacrificing quality.

- Familiarity with invoice coding, batching, and purchase order matching.

- Ability to work effectively in a manual, document-heavy accounting setting.

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a Contract role.

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