• Accounts Payable Specialist

    Robert Half Accountemps (St. Paul, MN)


    Description

    We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in St. Paul, Minnesota. This is a long-term contract position, offering a 32-hour, four-day workweek schedule. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the financial operations of a multi-location organization.

    Responsibilities:

    • Process vendor invoices with accuracy, ensuring proper three-way matching for inventory purchases.

    • Monitor vendor statements to maintain accurate account records and resolve discrepancies.

    • Manage vendor credits by reconciling returns with received credit memos.

    • Apply customer payments to their accounts promptly and accurately.

    • Handle inquiries from customers and vendors, providing clear and thorough responses.

    • Review open purchase orders and initiate actions to close them effectively.

    • Collaborate with a small, dedicated team to manage payables and receivables for a company with multiple locations across several states.

     

    Requirements • Proven experience in accounts payable processes is essential.

     

    • Familiarity with accounts receivable procedures is a plus but not mandatory.

    • Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

    • Ability to follow established processes and deliver consistent results.

    • Proficiency in accounting software systems and tools, including Microsoft Excel.

    • Experience with account coding and general accounting functions.

    • Effective communication skills for handling customer and vendor interactions.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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