Accounts Payable Specialist
404 S 8th Street Minneapolis, MN 55404 US
Job Description
Advent Talent Group is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist, this role is responsible for managing and processing all invoices received for payment, as well as ensuring that payments are made in a timely and accurate manner. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with vendors and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
Overview:
Contract
Full-time – Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00
Hybrid Schedule – Minneapolis, MN
Compensation: $25.00-30.00/hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures while performing day-to-day transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts payable data.
- Handle the preparation of bills, invoices, and bank deposits; reconcile the accounts payable ledger and investigate discrepancies by reviewing vendor accounts and statements.
- Create reports detailing accounts payable status, monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date, and facilitate the payment of invoices by sending reminders and contacting clients.
- Support month-end closing activities, maintain historical records by scanning and filing documents, and collaborate with internal departments for accurate financial records.
- Provide necessary documentation and explanations for audit requests, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Keep up to date with industry trends and best practices in accounts payable management.
Qualifications:
- Proven working experience as an Accounts Payable Specialist or in a similar role.
- Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles.
- Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
- Data entry skills along with a knack for numbers.
- Hands-on experience with spreadsheets and proprietary software.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, SAP) is a plus.
Advent Talent Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Advent Talent Group is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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