Accounting Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join our client in Portland, Oregon on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting operations with a strong emphasis on accounts payable accuracy, vendor communication, and timely transaction processing. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working in Net Suite, and able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining organized financial records.

Responsibilities:

- Process vendor invoices in Net Suite, ensuring each entry is recorded accurately with the correct general ledger coding, dates, terms, and payment details.

- Verify that required purchasing documentation, including purchase orders and receipt records, is complete before invoices are finalized.

- Communicate with vendors to obtain outstanding invoices related to received goods, recurring charges, service fees, and utility expenses.

- Review landed cost activity tied to work-in-progress inventory to confirm freight and related inbound charges are captured appropriately.

- Audit, code, and record corporate credit card activity while gathering supporting receipts and allocation details from cardholders.

- Prepare monthly employee reimbursement entries and confirm all pending submissions are collected for timely processing.

- Maintain vendor information and keep records aligned with the AP automation platform

- Perform recurring reviews of accounts payable activity to identify missing items, resolve discrepancies, and support transaction completeness.

- Monitor shared accounting inboxes daily, respond promptly to vendor questions, and direct messages to the appropriate team members when needed.

- Provide general administrative and operational support to the accounting team as priorities shift.

Requirements

- Experience supporting accounts payable and broader accounting operations in a detail-focused business environment.

- Proficiency with Net Suite or similar ERP system, including invoice entry, coding, and transaction posting.

- Working knowledge of billing processes, account reconciliation, and financial record maintenance.

- Ability to review documentation carefully and ensure accuracy across invoices, expenses, and vendor records.

- Strong written communication skills for responding to vendors and coordinating with internal stakeholders.

- Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and handle a steady volume of transactions.

- Familiarity with accounts receivable and other general accounting functions is preferred.

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