Accounts Payable Specialist

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We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a growing organization in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, can manage invoice processing from initial review through payment, and brings strong judgment when resolving discrepancies. The role supports a high-volume workflow tied to carrier and driver invoicing, with added complexity from recent business growth and newly added entities. You will play a key part in improving processing timelines, maintaining accurate vendor records, and helping the accounting team stay on track during close.Responsibilities:• Oversee the full accounts payable cycle for a large volume of driver and carrier invoices, from receipt and verification through final payment.• Examine billing documents for accuracy, confirm supporting details in internal systems, and ensure charges align with completed deliveries before payment is released.• Create and maintain vendor profiles, identify when a supplier is new, and collect required tax and onboarding documentation such as W-9 forms.• Research invoice discrepancies, payment questions, and missing information by coordinating with dispatch, operations, and other internal partners.• Verify that invoices receive the appropriate approvals, coding, and documentation prior to entry into the accounting system.• Help reduce outstanding invoice backlogs and improve turnaround times to support a more efficient month-end close process.• Contribute to accounts payable activities related to newly added business entities and assist with adapting records within cloud-based financial systems.• Support payment processing activities, including ACH transactions and check runs, while maintaining accuracy and compliance with internal controls.*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.