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Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our client's team in St. Paul, Minnesota. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing financial transactions for a large, multi-location organization.

Responsibilities:

• Process vendor invoices promptly, ensuring accuracy through three-way matching for inventory purchases.

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

• Handle vendor credits, including reconciling returns with received credit memos.

• Apply customer payments to their accounts efficiently and accurately.

• Respond to inquiries from customers and vendors, providing timely resolutions and support.

• Evaluate open purchase orders, taking necessary actions to ensure closure.

• Collaborate with an eight-person team to manage accounts payable and receivable for a large, multi-state organization.

• Utilize accounting software systems effectively to track and manage financial data.

• Assist in maintaining organized and up-to-date financial records.

• Contribute to a smooth transition to updated accounting systems as needed.

*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 Jordan Lynch at 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.

Requirements • Proven experience as an accounts payable specialist.

• Familiarity with accounts receivable processes is preferred but not required.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.

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

• Ability to follow established processes to achieve consistent and reliable results.

• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with vendors, customers, and team members.

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills to ensure accuracy in financial transactions.

• Experience with account coding and financial reconciliation processes.

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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