Accounts Payable Associate

We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Associate to manage our accounts payable system, ensuring timely and accurate payment of invoices. This role requires strong communication skills, flexibility, and a high level of integrity and confidentiality. You will be responsible for pulling data from invoices and routing them to the appropriate departments in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Distribute department mail and scan/route invoices for coding and approval.
• Maintain scanner equipment.
• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Research and resolve past due balances or disputes.
• Assist with dataloads and weekly sales tax field reporting.
• Contribute to month-end close and supplier statement reviews.
• Review unaccounted reports and resolve outstanding activities.
• Address missing invoice attachments as applicable.
• Assist in systems testing as needed.
• Provide daily queue metrics to the Accounts Payable Supervisor.
• Escalate issues requiring second-level support to the Accounts Payable Supervisor or Manager.
• Participate in department projects and company initiatives.

• Experience with 3-way matching and accounts payable.
• Proficiency in invoice processing and accounting.
• Experience in construction and Oracle systems.

• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree with 2+ years of accounts payable experience.
• High-volume accounts payable experience with purchase orders.
• Desire to grow within the accounts payable department.
• Ability to perform in a dynamic environment with well-developed communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Positive attitude and excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Knowledge of Kofax, Oracle, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Suite is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse backgrounds.

The Accounts Payable group consists of approximately 22-25 people. You will report to the Accounts Payable Supervisor, who reports to the Director of Core Finance Operations. The office setup is modern and spacious, accommodating nearly 10,000 employees. This is a shared service location where the majority of Accounting and Finance operations take place. The role follows a hybrid model, with three days in the office and two days working from home, offering flexibility in choosing which days to be in the office. The team handles approximately 150+ invoices per day per person, with tasks including invoice entry, PO matching, and electronic workflow processing. This role serves as a feeder group for other roles in Accounting/Finance and leadership opportunities within the accounts payable department.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $29.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.