Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join a team in St. Paul, Minnesota. This is a Contract-to-ongoing position, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to essential financial operations while potentially transitioning to a long-term role. The ideal candidate will excel in managing vendor relationships, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Responsibilities: • Process vendor invoices with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring proper coding and approval protocols are followed. • Coordinate with purchasing and receiving teams to complete three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices, resolving discrepancies as needed. • Schedule and execute vendor payments through various methods, such as checks, ACH, and wire transfers. • Maintain and update vendor accounts, verifying information and addressing any inconsistencies. • Utilize automation tools to optimize invoice processing workflows and approval cycles. • Identify opportunities to outsource transactional tasks to enhance scalability and cost-effectiveness. • Communicate with vendors to address inquiries, payment statuses, and discrepancies. • Assist with month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts related to accounts payable. • Support external audits and tax preparation by providing necessary documentation and responding to inquiries. • Contribute to process improvements and participate in special projects or ad hoc assignments as needed. *Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration. Requirements • Previous experience in general accounting, with a focus on accounts payable. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software and other Microsoft Office 365 tools. • Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. • Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize tasks effectively. • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address discrepancies and improve processes. • Customer-focused approach to building positive relationships with vendors, clients, and internal stakeholders. • Commitment to maintaining integrity and adhering to ethical standards in all financial activities. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .