Accounts Payable Specialist

Location: Baxter, MN

Job Type: Contract

Compensation: $23-28/hr, possible flex for the right candidate

Industry: Construction

About the Role: Our client, a growing organization in the energy and infrastructure industry, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a high-volume accounts payable function. This position plays a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, maintaining financial accuracy, and supporting operational efficiency across the business. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with significant invoice volume. This role will focus on managing a backlog of invoices, monitoring incoming AP requests, and validating invoice information within an ERP system.

Responsibilities: Monitor and manage the accounts payable inbox, responding to internal and vendor inquiries. Review and validate invoices scanned into the ERP system using OCR and automated invoice processing tools. Verify purchase order numbers, invoice amounts, approvals, and account coding prior to processing. Process and manage approximately 150-200 vendor invoices per week. Help reduce and eliminate an existing backlog of approximately 150 invoices. Perform invoice matching and validation, including PO and supporting documentation review. Ensure expenses are coded accurately for financial reporting and job costing purposes. Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies with vendors and internal stakeholders. Assist with weekly and monthly payment processing activities. Maintain vendor documentation, including W-9 records and support for 1099 preparation. Support month-end close activities, reconciliations, and accrual processes. Partner with procurement, accounting, and operations teams to ensure invoice accuracy and compliance with internal controls. Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all accounts payable records. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: 2+ years of Accounts Payable experience. Experience processing high volumes of vendor invoices. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Experience validating invoices, purchase orders, and account coding. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to maintain confidential financial information. Reliable, self-motivated, and highly organized. Preferred ExperiencePreferred Experience in construction, energy, infrastructure, engineering, or related project-based industries. Previous experience with NetSuite or similar ERP platforms. Knowledge of job costing, construction billing, lien waivers, and subcontractor payment processes. Associate degree or coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. Certified Accounts Payable Professional (CAPP) or similar accounting certification. Experience working with automated invoice processing and OCR technology.

Benefits: Dahl Consulting is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that will allow you to choose the best coverage to meet your family’s needs. For details, please review the DAHL Benefits Summary: https://www.dahlconsulting.com/benefits-w2fta/. Equal Opportunity StatementAs an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply.