Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a commercial construction organization in Golden Valley, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This contract opportunity will support the finance team during an employee absence and focus exclusively on day-to-day accounts payable activities. The position is ideal for someone who can manage a steady invoice volume, work carefully in a fast-paced setting, and become productive quickly with guidance from the accounting team.

Responsibilities:
• Process a high volume of vendor invoices each month while ensuring timely and accurate entry into the accounting system.
• Review, code, and post general corporate payables with close attention to proper account classification and supporting documentation.
• Manage routine payment activities, including preparing ACH transactions and assisting with check run processing as needed.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and help keep invoice workflows current, complete, and audit-ready.
• Work within Viewpoint Vista to complete daily AP tasks and support consistent financial operations.
• Coordinate with internal accounting staff to resolve invoice discrepancies, obtain approvals, and address vendor payment questions.
• Concentrate on standard company payables only, excluding payroll, prepaid accounting, and subcontractor payment application processing.
• Adapt quickly to established procedures and contribute dependable support during a time-sensitive coverage period.