Temporary Remote Jobs in Andover, MN (NOW HIRING)

As a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, you will serve as a subject matter expert in accounts payable operations, offering guidance and support to internal stakeholders and vendors. You will be responsible for maintaining and managing the AP inbox, addressing vendor inquiries promptly and professionally. Your role will involve researching, reviewing, and reconciling vendor statements, providing payment status updates, and resolving any discrepancies. You will build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, service providers, and internal teams. Additionally, you will support month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts payable, assist with tracking and communicating key AP metrics, and ensure accurate sales and use tax processes.

• Serve as a subject matter expert in accounts payable operations.
• Maintain and manage the AP inbox, responding to vendor inquiries.
• Research, review, and reconcile vendor statements.
• Provide payment status updates and resolve discrepancies.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, service providers, and internal teams.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities related to accounts payable.
• Assist with tracking and communicating key AP metrics and identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.
• Understand sales and use tax processes related to accounts payable.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary financial information.
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, reports, and audit files.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and help resolve day-to-day system or workflow issues within AP.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior AP staff and provide informal guidance.

• 5+ years of accounts payable experience.
• Strong skills in vendor management and statement audits.
• Proficiency in 1099s and invoice processing.

• 1+ year of experience with Excel, specifically pivot tables and formulas.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt quickly and possess a can-do attitude.

This role offers the flexibility to work fully remote within the Eastern Standard Time zone. The team values a work-hard, have-fun mentality and is known for being personable and supportive. Flexibility on start times is offered, but consistency is key. The environment is fast-paced, with a focus on reliability and communication, especially for remote workers. The AP team is extensive, with various leads, supervisors, and managers overseeing specific functions. The team aims to develop and grow individuals into key contributors who can train and onboard new employees and vendors, especially as the organization is expanding.

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

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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® Platinum Award 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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.