Accounts Payable Specialist

We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a transportation equipment manufacturing organization in Portland, Oregon. This Contract position will support a fast-moving accounts payable environment and play a key role in keeping invoice processing, vendor payments, and financial records accurate and up to date. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while partnering effectively with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities:
• Review and enter a large volume of supplier invoices while ensuring correct coding, approvals, and accuracy of payment information.
• Compare vendor statements to internal records, identify discrepancies, and coordinate timely resolution of outstanding balances or payment issues.
• Prepare and support scheduled payment activity, including check runs and electronic disbursements, while handling urgent payment requests as needed.
• Investigate questions from vendors and internal departments, providing clear updates and resolving account-related concerns efficiently.
• Contribute to month-end close by assisting with account reconciliations, preparing journal entries, and verifying the completeness of payable records.
• Track aging items and work with operational partners to clear exceptions, overdue invoices, and unresolved account issues.
• Maintain organized accounts payable files and documentation to support audit readiness, reporting needs, and compliance with company procedures.• Proven experience in accounts payable within a high-volume processing environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of invoice coding, account coding, and payment processing procedures.
• Experience supporting check runs and ACH transactions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to reconcile vendor accounts, research discrepancies, and resolve payment-related issues.
• Familiarity with month-end close activities, including reconciliations and journal entry support.
• Strong organizational skills with careful attention to detail and recordkeeping accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for working with vendors and internal stakeholders.