We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in Lakeville, Minnesota on a Contract basis. This position focuses on accurate invoice handling, timely payment coordination, and thorough financial record maintenance. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment in resolving discrepancies, and experience supporting daily accounts payable operations.

Responsibilities:
• Review supplier invoices against purchase orders and receiving records, or secure appropriate approval for non-purchase order invoices before posting them to the correct general ledger accounts.
• Record international inventory receipts by validating shipping and commercial documents against purchase order information.
• Research mismatches involving receipts, invoice amounts, and purchase order details, then work with internal teams and vendors to resolve issues promptly.
• Manage vendor-related billing concerns such as credits, returns, and disputed charges, including completion of supporting paperwork.
• Track due dates and available payment discounts, organize payment timing, and prepare disbursements to vendors through standard payment methods.
• Reconcile corporate card activity and supporting receipts to bank records to maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Respond to vendor questions and assist with statement reviews to help keep account balances current and accurate.• Experience supporting accounts payable processes in a high-volume or fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of invoice coding and general ledger account assignment.
• Ability to process vendor invoices accurately and follow established approval procedures.
• Familiarity with ACH payments, vendor disbursements, and payment scheduling practices.
• Experience reconciling vendor statements, bank statements, and credit card transactions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve invoice and receipt discrepancies.
• Proficiency with financial systems and spreadsheet tools used for accounts payable tracking and reconciliation.