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Accounts Payable Specialist
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in processing, and maintaining compliance with company policies. This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong background in accounts payable and accounting to contribute to a dynamic work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and code invoices accurately to ensure timely payments.<br>• Manage account coding and reconcile discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Handle ACH transactions and oversee check runs for efficient payment processing.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve payment-related issues.<br>• Maintain organized records of all accounts payable transactions.<br>• Conduct regular reconciliations to identify and address any inconsistencies.<br>• Utilize Excel at an intermediate level to analyze and report financial data.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all payment activities.<br>• Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts payable or related accounting roles.<br>• Proficiency in accounts payable processes, including invoice coding and payment management.<br>• Familiarity with ACH transactions and check run procedures.<br>• Intermediate Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.<br>• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.<br>• Ability to reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies effectively.<br>• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and vendors.<br>• Knowledge of general accounting principles and practices.
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  • West Des Moines, IA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in West Des Moines, Iowa. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in processing, and maintaining compliance with company policies. This role offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with a strong background in accounts payable and accounting to contribute to a dynamic work environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process and code invoices accurately to ensure timely payments.<br>• Manage account coding and reconcile discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.<br>• Handle ACH transactions and oversee check runs for efficient payment processing.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve payment-related issues.<br>• Maintain organized records of all accounts payable transactions.<br>• Conduct regular reconciliations to identify and address any inconsistencies.<br>• Utilize Excel at an intermediate level to analyze and report financial data.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all payment activities.<br>• Provide support for audits by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
  • 2025-11-26T15:08:40Z

Accounts Payable Specialist Job in West Des Moines | Robert Half