Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Location: Tualatin, OR

Work Schedule: Onsite, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

Pay Rate: $25-$30/hour

Employment Type: Contract (Indefinite Duration)

Our client, a well-established company in the construction and infrastructure industry, is seeking an Accounting Specialist to join their accounting team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing high-volume accounts payable processes.

Position Summary

The Accounting Specialist will be responsible for processing a high volume of invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely payments, resolving discrepancies, and supporting day-to-day accounts payable operations. This individual will work closely with accounting and operations teams to maintain efficient financial processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process 325-375+ invoices per week with a high degree of accuracy

• Perform data entry and accounts payable processing in a high-volume environment

• Review, verify, and code invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts

• Research and resolve invoice discrepancies and vendor inquiries

• Prepare and process weekly payments, including checks, ACH transactions, wire transfers, and credit card payments

• Maintain and update vendor records

• Review and audit employee expense reports

• Support accounting processes related to corporate card transactions

• Prepare and submit use tax filings

• Collaborate with operations and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes

• Assist with special projects and additional accounting duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred

• 3+ years of accounts payable experience with an Associate's degree, or 5+ years of related AP experience without a degree

• Experience processing high-volume invoices (300+ per week preferred)

• Strong data entry skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

• Comfortable working with both paper-based and electronic invoice processing systems

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Construction industry experience is a plus

Preferred Software Experience

• ERP or accounting software experience required

• Experience with Viewpoint Spectrum, UKG, or similar accounting and payroll systems is a plus

What We're Looking For

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Adaptability and willingness to embrace process changes

• Commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative accounting team and contribute to a growing organization while utilizing and expanding your accounts payable expertise.

Pay Details: $25.00 to $30.00 per hour

Search managed by: Austin Pellissier

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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