We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Edina, Minnesota on a Long-term Contract basis. This position supports day-to-day accounting operations by handling invoice activity, maintaining reliable vendor information, and helping ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule. The role also contributes to month-end accounting tasks and works closely with internal teams to address payment-related questions and exceptions.

Responsibilities:

• Review, code, and enter supplier invoices with a high level of accuracy and within established deadlines.
• Verify invoice details against purchase orders, receipts, and supporting records before processing for payment.
• Investigate billing issues, respond to vendor questions, and coordinate with internal partners to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare recurring and scheduled payment batches, including ACH and check run activity, in accordance with payment timelines.
• Reconcile vendor statements and accounts payable balances to identify and correct outstanding items.
• Maintain and update vendor master data to support accurate processing and reporting.
• Assist with month-end close activities by organizing accounts payable records and providing needed reporting support.
• Partner with departments across the business to resolve approval delays, expense concerns, and other payment exceptions.
• Follow company policies, documentation standards, and internal controls throughout the accounts payable process.