Accounts Payable Specialist

Accounts Payable Specialist - 6 Month Contract
Location: Portland, OR
Pay Range: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day accounting operations in a fast-paced environment. This role is responsible for processing invoices, maintaining vendor records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely and accurate payments. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, a customer-service mindset, and experience working with high-volume accounts payable processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately and timely, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
• Perform three-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documentation when applicable.
• Prepare and process weekly check runs, ACH payments, and wire transfers.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to vendor inquiries and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including AP accruals and account reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate vendor records, including W-9s and tax documentation.
• Monitor aging reports and resolve outstanding issues.
• Support audit requests by providing AP documentation and reporting.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Identify process improvement opportunities to increase efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.
• Experience with ERP or accounting systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Great Plains, or similar.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, filters, and basic reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience

• High-volume invoice processing (100+ invoices per week).
• Construction, manufacturing, distribution, or professional services industry experience.
• Experience with expense reporting platforms and electronic invoice workflows.
• Familiarity with sales/use tax and vendor compliance requirements.

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, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.