Accounts Payable Specialist

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has non profit partner in the St Paul area needing to add to their Accounting team! If you have 2 years of Accounts Payble experience then apply today!

• Pay: $27-$33/hr
• Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
• Contract To Hire
• ASAP Start

Key Responsibilities

• Process, review, and code vendor invoices for accuracy and proper authorization
• Match invoices to purchase orders and receiving documents (2-way/3-way matching)
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and respond to vendor inquiries in a timely manner
• Prepare and process weekly or monthly payment runs (checks, ACH, wire transfers)
• Maintain vendor records, including W-9 forms and tax documentation
• Reconcile accounts payable subledger to the general ledger
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Support audits by providing documentation and explanations as needed
• Collaborate with internal departments such as Purchasing, Finance, and Operations

Qualifications

• 2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience
• Working knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices
• Proficiency in accounting systems and ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics)
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county , to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.