Job Description
The Accounts Payable Specialist processes invoices, credit card charges, and employee expenses with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. This part-time role supports a small accounting team by managing day-to-day accounts payable activities, ensuring timely and accurate payments, and properly assigning costs to the correct jobs and phases. The position offers broad exposure to accounting functions and the opportunity to take on additional responsibilities over time.
ResponsibilitiesReview vendor invoices to verify accuracy, confirm appropriate approvals, and reconcile amounts to purchase orders.Make necessary changes and adjustments to invoices to ensure correct coding and alignment with purchase orders.Enter invoices into the accounting system in a timely and accurate manner for payment processing.Track and reconcile Elan and American Express (AMEX) credit card charges, ensuring all transactions are properly documented and coded.Break down and assign Home Depot statement charges to the appropriate jobs and phases for accurate job costing.Collect, review, and process all employee expense information, ensuring compliance with internal policies.Maintain organized records of invoices, statements, and expense documentation to support reporting and audits.Collaborate with the accounting team to resolve discrepancies related to invoices, purchase orders, and credit card charges.Support additional accounting and finance tasks as needed, with the opportunity to expand responsibilities based on interest and capability.Essential Skills0–2+ years of accounts payable experience.High school diploma or equivalent.Hands-on experience with accounts payable processes, including invoice processing and payment preparation.Ability to work with purchase orders and reconcile invoices to POs.Basic proficiency in Excel, including sorting, filtering, and similar functions.Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and financial recordkeeping.Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a part-time schedule.Effective communication skills to work collaboratively within a small accounting team.Additional Skills & QualificationsInterest in growing into a broader accounting role and taking on additional responsibilities over time.Comfort working with credit card reconciliations and expense reporting.Willingness to learn new systems and processes within the accounting function.Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain consistent work habits and schedules.Work Environment
This role is part of a small, collaborative Accounting & Finance team that currently includes an Accounting Manager and a Cost Accountant. The position is in-office and part-time, typically 20–30 hours per week, with a consistent schedule expected, such as Monday through Thursday. The team offers a supportive environment where you will gain exposure to a wide range of accounting activities, and there is potential for the role to grow into a longer-term or expanded opportunity. The work is performed in a professional office setting using standard accounting software and Excel.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.
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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n
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.
\n\nThe 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.
\nIf 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.
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