Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist
Job Description

We are seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately processing a high volume of invoices in Great Plains, investigating and resolving payment discrepancies, maintaining vendor relationships, performing monthly reconciliations, reviewing employee expense reports, and preparing AP reports. Additionally, the Accounts Payable Specialist will ensure compliance with company policies and regulations, identify and implement process improvements, and collaborate with the finance team to support overall financial goals.

ResponsibilitiesAccurately process a high volume of invoices in Great Plains, ensuring proper coding and approval.Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to vendor payments, working closely with vendors and internal departments.Maintain positive relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.Perform monthly reconciliations of AP sub-ledger to the general ledger.Review and process employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies.Prepare and analyze AP reports, providing insights and recommendations to management.Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in the AP function.Collaborate with the finance team and other departments to support overall financial goals and initiatives.Essential Skills3+ years of high-volume AP experience.2+ years of intermediate Excel skills, including pivot tables and v-lookups.Experience with accounts payable, invoice processing, invoicing, and purchase orders.Experience working with Great Plains.Additional Skills & Qualifications2+ years supporting process improvements.Work Environment

This role requires the candidate to be in the office 100% of the time, with standard work hours from 8 AM to 5 PM. However, there is flexibility to work from home when needed. The office is conveniently located just 2 minutes from public transportation. The team is tight-knit, collaborative, and values go-getters who are eager to take on various tasks. The industry is experiencing significant growth, supported by a recent $125 million grant to expand manufacturing in MN. This role offers more variety than a typical AP position, with opportunities to engage in process improvements and ERP implementation projects within the next 12 months.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 5, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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