AP Analyst

We are looking for an AP Analyst to join an organization in Portland, Oregon. This long-term contract opportunity is well-suited for someone in finance who enjoys working with detailed payment data, strengthening vendor information, and supporting accurate reporting across accounting operations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vendor profiles by gathering tax forms, insurance certificates, and other required records while ensuring documentation remains complete and current.
• Prepare recurring accounts payable analyses, including aging summaries and other reporting that helps leadership monitor outstanding obligations.
• Compare invoices with supplier statements, resolve discrepancies, and support timely and accurate payment processing.
• Review outstanding checks and assist with research and follow-up activities tied to unclaimed property requirements.
• Analyze high-volume financial information in Excel by using tools such as PivotTables, lookup functions, and structured data review techniques.
• Produce and circulate accounting and operational reports from business systems, then organize and finalize reporting outputs in Excel.
• Provide secondary support for corporate card administration and respond to internal questions related to employee account activity.
• Contribute to month-end close tasks and other periodic accounting activities connected to reporting timelines and sales-related dates.
• Document procedures, revise work instructions, and recommend practical improvements that increase accuracy, consistency, and reporting efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience supporting accounts payable processes, including vendor setup, invoice review, and payment-related record maintenance.
• Proficiency in Excel with the ability to work confidently with large datasets, PivotTables, and lookup functions.
• Knowledge of account reconciliation and financial reporting practices within an accounting environment.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies, organize documentation, and maintain a high level of accuracy in transactional work.
• Strong communication skills for working effectively with accounting, operations, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Familiarity with broader accounting support functions such as billing, accounts receivable, or month-end assistance is preferred.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet recurring deadlines in a fast-paced business setting.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.