Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This long-term contract position offers a hybrid work schedule, combining in-office and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong communication with branches and vendors.
Responsibilities :
- Process vendor invoices efficiently and accurately, ensuring proper coding and approval.
- Conduct research to resolve escalations and discrepancies related to statements and purchase orders.
- Collaborate with branch teams to clarify issues such as cancelled purchase orders and payment concerns.
- Perform data entry tasks to support the accounts payable team and free up experts for complex problem-solving.
- Assist in maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures for accounts payable processes.
- Ensure timely execution of ACH transactions and check runs to meet payment deadlines.
- Communicate with vendors to address inquiries and provide updates on invoice status.
- Support the team by identifying and implementing improvements to streamline accounts payable workflows.
- Maintain organized records of invoices and transactions for audit and reporting purposes.
- Work closely with other departments to ensure smooth coordination of financial operations.
- 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 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in accounts payable or a related field.Familiarity with coding invoices and processing vendor payments.Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.Proficiency in handling ACH transactions and managing check runs.Excellent data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for working with vendors and internal teams.Problem-solving abilities to address escalations and improve processes.Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.