Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Waconia, MN

Compensation: $55,000 - $65,000 annually

About the Opportunity

Pathway Talent Partners is partnering with a growing and well-established organization in the west metro area to identify an Accounts Payable Specialist. This position plays a key role in supporting the company's financial operations by ensuring vendor invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment, values accuracy and organization, and wants to contribute to a stable, team-oriented organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and supporting documentation.
• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and process weekly payment runs, including checks, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Verify pricing, quantities, and approvals before processing payments.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounts payable records.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve invoice discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and foster positive working relationships.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals and reporting support.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Support additional accounting and administrative projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of accounts payable, accounting, or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience working with ERP or accounting software systems.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data entry.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $55,000-$65,000 based on experience.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST).
• Nine paid holidays, including Good Friday, Christmas Eve, and the day after Thanksgiving.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Voluntary life insurance options.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company Safe Harbor contribution.
• Educational assistance opportunities.
• Paid jury duty and bereavement leave.