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Robert Half
Accounts Payable Specialist
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What they do
An Accounts Payable or Receivable Clerk keeps records of accounts and financial transactions, with specific responsibility for Accounts Payable/Receivable. Works for a business or bookkeeping service. Provides information for financial and tax reports completed by an accountant.
$47,452 / year median in Minnesota
-15% projected decline
Job Description
Description We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced accounting environment and can manage high-volume payable activities with accuracy and consistency. In this role, you will partner closely with accounting leadership while helping maintain efficient invoice processing, timely payments, and strong month-end support.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily accounts payable operations by reviewing, entering, and processing vendor invoices and payments within NetSuite.
- Coordinate the invoice approval workflow by ensuring documents are directed for proper coding and authorization before payment.
- Keep vendor profiles current and organized while addressing questions related to payment timing and account status.
- Assist with additional accounting duties as needed to support the broader finance team.
- Administer employee expense reimbursement activity and provide support related to the shift from Concur to Ramp.
- Help facilitate payment execution through methods such as ACH transactions and scheduled check runs.
- Contribute to month-end accounting by preparing accrual-related support and assisting with close activities.
- 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. Requirements
- Hands-on experience in accounts payable, including invoice review, payment processing, and vendor support.
- Working knowledge of account coding and the ability to assign expenses accurately.
- Experience coding invoices in an accounting system with strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with electronic payment methods, including ACH processing.
- Experience supporting check run preparation and payment distribution.
- Ability to work effectively with accounting leadership and meet recurring deadlines.
- Proficiency with ERP or accounting platforms such as NetSuite is strongly preferred.