Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for a Part-time (10 hours per week) Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day invoice processing and payment activities for a contract assignment in Plymouth, Minnesota. This role is well suited for someone who brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in account coding, and hands-on experience managing vendor payments through both ACH and check disbursements. The ideal candidate will help maintain accurate financial records, ensure timely payment cycles, and contribute to an efficient accounts payable operation.

Responsibilities:

• Review incoming invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper approval before entering them into the payment workflow.
• Assign correct general ledger or account codes to invoices to support accurate financial reporting and expense tracking.
• Process accounts payable transactions in a timely manner while maintaining organized documentation and audit-ready records.
• Prepare and distribute vendor payments through ACH transactions and scheduled check runs in accordance with payment terms.
• Investigate invoice discrepancies, payment variances, and vendor questions to resolve issues efficiently.
• Reconcile payable activity and assist in maintaining accurate balances across vendor accounts.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm coding, approvals, and supporting details for submitted invoices.
• Help uphold internal controls by following established procedures for invoice handling, payment authorization, and record retention.