Accounting Specialist

Description

We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to support high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable operations for a manufacturing organization in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, transaction-focused environment and can maintain accuracy while managing a steady workload. The ideal candidate brings hands-on accounting experience, strong system proficiency, and the ability to work effectively within a digital, paperless workflow.

Responsibilities:

- Process a large volume of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.

- Review, code, and enter invoices, billing records, and payment activity while keeping financial data organized and complete.

- Reconcile vendor accounts, customer balances, and bank records to identify discrepancies and support accurate reporting.

- Use accounting and ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or J.D. Edwards to manage daily financial operations and maintain transaction records.

- Communicate with internal teams to resolve payment issues, documentation gaps, and account questions across departments.

- Monitor inboxes and workflow tools in applications such as Outlook and Teams to prioritize tasks and respond to requests efficiently.

- Apply strong data entry skills and keyboard efficiency to meet deadlines in a high-volume processing environment.

- Support ongoing accounting activities within a fully digital setting, ensuring records are handled consistently and in accordance with established procedures.

* Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.

Please submit your resume and call  for review and consideration.

Requirements - At least 2 years of experience in accounting, with practical exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, or both.

- Proven ability to manage high-volume transaction processing, including invoices, billing activity, and account updates.

- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain accuracy in repetitive, deadline-driven work.

- Experience working in a paperless environment and confidence using Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, and related office applications.

- Familiarity with ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, or J.D. Edwards.

- Ability to perform reconciliations, including vendor, customer, and bank account balancing tasks.

- Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach when partnering with accounting and operational teams.

- Comfortable in a transactional accounting role that requires consistency, organization, and dependable follow-through.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ()  and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

© 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ()  and Privacy Notice () .