Accounts Payable - Master Data

Aston Carter•Lakeville, MN

7d•$26 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

This role focuses on reviewing, validating, and maintaining accurate vendor master data within the Accounts Payable function. You will work closely with Accounts Payable and procurement stakeholders, external vendors, and cross-functional teams to gather information, resolve discrepancies, and support supplier onboarding and qualification. The position is ideal for someone with light accounting or AP experience who enjoys vendor interaction, data integrity, and contributing to project-based work in a growing organization.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in accounts payable, master data, or other light accounting roles.
Minimum of 1 year of experience working directly with external vendors or customers, including gathering information and providing follow-up communication.
At least 6 months of experience supporting project work within a business or finance environment.
Strong technical skills with the ability to navigate easily in Excel, including working with spreadsheets and data management tasks.
Experience working with ERP systems and comfort navigating financial or procurement modules.
Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy in data entry and documentation.
High level of organization and ability to manage multiple vendor records, tasks, and follow-ups simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Background in accounts payable, invoice processing, or procurement-related activities.
Experience with supplier or vendor master data maintenance in a corporate environment.
Comfort communicating with vendors and internal stakeholders via phone and email to gather and clarify information.
Ability to work collaboratively with leadership and cross-functional teams on process and data quality initiatives.
Interest in contributing to a positive team culture and supporting continuous improvement within the Accounts Payable group.

Responsibilities

Review and validate vendor information extracted from company systems and databases to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Work directly with Accounts Payable stakeholders to gather vendor information, resolve discrepancies, and identify appropriate vendor contacts.
Research and obtain accurate vendor contact information through online research, phone outreach, and coordination with external contacts.
Initiate communications with vendors to collect required information and documentation needed for vendor setup and maintenance.
Maintain accurate records and ensure vendor information is properly captured, documented, and updated in relevant systems.
Support the onboarding and qualification process for a high volume of vendors, ensuring timelines and data quality standards are met.
Escalate issues appropriately and leverage internal resources to overcome roadblocks in vendor data collection or validation.
Partner with procurement stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support project timelines and ensure data quality expectations are consistently achieved.
Contribute to project work within the Accounts Payable and master data areas, providing support for process improvements and system updates.