Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy finance team in Eagan, Minnesota within the waste and environmental services industry. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong invoice processing experience, accuracy in coding, and confidence handling high-volume payment activity. The role focuses on maintaining timely vendor payments, supporting organized financial records, and contributing to smooth day-to-day accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, proper approval, and complete supporting documentation before processing.
• Assign general ledger codes and enter payable transactions with a high level of accuracy and consistency.
• Manage invoice processing workflows to ensure payment deadlines are met and outstanding items are resolved promptly.
• Prepare and coordinate payment activity through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs.
• Reconcile vendor accounts, investigate discrepancies, and work with internal teams to correct payment issues.
• Maintain organized accounts payable records and documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Communicate with vendors and business partners to respond to payment inquiries and clarify billing concerns.
• Assist with ongoing process updates or system-related changes affecting accounts payable tasks when needed.