Accounts Payable Specialist

Aston Carter•West Fargo, ND

11d•$24 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Accounts Payable Specialist provides dedicated support to an accounting team in a high-volume invoice-processing environment. This temporary, full-time contract role processes approximately 1,000 invoices per month and handles day-to-day accounts payable administration, ensuring invoices are entered, reviewed, and prepared for payment accurately and on schedule. The position is based 100% onsite in West Fargo, North Dakota, and follows standard business hours, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The specialist works with a small accounting team in a fast-paced, invoice-heavy office environment, using computers and accounting systems for primarily desk-based work focused on accuracy, organization, and timely processing.

Requirements

Experience performing invoice entry and processing in an accounting or accounts payable environment.
Demonstrated ability to work accurately and efficiently in a high-volume accounts payable role, including processing approximately 1,000 invoices per month.
Experience reviewing invoice documentation and approvals to ensure compliance with established procedures.
Experience matching invoices to supporting documentation such as purchase orders and receipts.
Strong data entry skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
Familiarity with accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
Ability to provide courteous and professional customer service to vendors and internal stakeholders.
Ability to work 100% onsite, five days per week, in West Fargo.
Strong organizational skills for maintaining electronic and paper accounts payable records.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an invoice-heavy accounting environment.
Familiarity with collections and general accounting processes.
Comfort working with a small, collaborative team.
Ability to manage repetitive tasks while maintaining accuracy and productivity.

Responsibilities

Enter vendor invoices into the accounting system accurately and in a timely manner.
Review invoices for accuracy, required documentation, and appropriate approvals before processing.
Match invoices to purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation to ensure completeness.
Assist with preparing invoices for scheduled payment in accordance with established processes and timelines.
Maintain organized electronic and/or paper accounts payable records for easy retrieval and audit readiness.
Respond to routine vendor questions professionally and route more complex issues to the appropriate team members.
Support the accounting team with day-to-day accounts payable administration in a high-volume environment.